Cucumber Avocado Bean Dip (Print Version)

A blend of avocado, cucumber, and beans delivers a vibrant, creamy dip ideal for sharing or snacking.

# Ingredients:

→ Produce

01 - 1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced
02 - 1 cup cucumber, finely diced (about 1/2 large cucumber)
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
06 - Juice of 1 lime

→ Beans

07 - 400 g white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans), drained and rinsed

→ Pantry & Seasoning

08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place diced avocado, cucumber, red onion, chopped cilantro, and jalapeño (if using) into a medium mixing bowl.
02 - In a separate bowl, gently mash the white beans with a fork or potato masher, leaving some beans partially whole for texture.
03 - Add the mashed white beans to the vegetable mixture.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture. Sprinkle with ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.
05 - Gently fold all ingredients together until evenly incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
06 - Serve immediately with tortilla chips, pita wedges, or fresh vegetable sticks.

# Additional Notes:

01 - For enhanced flavor, consider adding 1/2 cup diced cherry tomatoes.
02 - If preparing in advance, add avocado just before serving to maintain freshness and prevent browning.
03 - Non-vegan option: crumble feta cheese or queso fresco over the dip.
04 - This dip also works well as a filling for wraps or a topping for grilled chicken.