Guacamole con Frijoles

Guacamole con Frijoles is a delightful and nutritious Mexican appetizer that combines creamy avocado with hearty black beans, offering a satisfying blend of flavors and textures. This dish is perfect for snacking or as a part of a festive meal, packed with protein and healthy fats.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 cup cooked black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 small red onion - finely chopped (about 50g)
• 1 medium tomato - diced
• 1 lime - juiced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro - chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt - to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper - to taste
• Tortilla chips - for serving

Steps

1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
2. Mash the avocado with a fork until smooth but still slightly chunky.
3. Add the lime juice, finely chopped red onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mashed avocado.
4. Gently fold in the cooked black beans until evenly mixed.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Serve immediately with tortilla chips for dipping.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, making it a filling snack.
• Rich in healthy fats from avocados, beneficial for heart health.
• Packed with fiber, aiding in digestion.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fresh ingredients.

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