LEMONY GARLIC BUTTER-BEAN DIP with ROASTED ROSEMARY & SEA SALT TURNIP FRIES

Butter beans are not only high in iron and a great source of fibre and protein, they also have a wonderful creamy buttery texture when puréed. This dip takes no time to prepare and its light fresh taste makes for a perfect addition to your holiday entertaining.

2 cans (each 398 mL) butter beans

¼ cup (60 mL) extra virgin olive oil

1 large garlic clove, roughly chopped

5 tbsp (75 mL) fresh lemon juice

½ tsp (2 mL) sea salt

½ tsp (2 mL) fresh ground pepper

GARNISH

1 tbsp (15 mL) extra virgin olive oil

½ tsp (2 mL) dried chilies

Zest of 1 lemon

1 Drain and rinse butter beans and place in food processor. Add remaining ingredients and process until smooth.

2 Place in serving bowl and garnish with olive oil, chilies and lemon zest. Serve alongside warm Roasted Rosemary & Sea Salt Turnip Fries (recipe p. 213).

Serves 4 to 6