A blender transforms canned beans, herbs, and spices into this delectable ranch style dip.

Makes: 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1 can low sodium great northern beans, rinsed and drained (15 ounces)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ cup water (as needed)
• ½ cup plain yogurt
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
• 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
• ¼ teaspoon tarragon, dried
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

1. Blend the beans and garlic in a blender, adding enough water for the desired consistency. Blend for 2 minutes to make it silky smooth.
2. Use a spatula to scrape the mixture into a medium mixing bowl.
3. Stir in the yogurt, cayenne, black pepper, chives, parsley, tarragon, salt, and lemon juice.
4. Chill and serve in a bowl along with cut vegetables.

Recipe from: 5 A Day for Better Health Program, National Cancer Institute, adapted by the USDA Food and Nutrition Administration.