Silken tofu makes a perfect base for a good, dairy-free dip.

　　

Ingredients

makes about 1 1/4 cups (6 servings)

　　1/2 cup pitted pimiento-filled or cured green olives

　　1/2 medium red bell pepper, diced

　　1 to 2 scallions, chopped

　　One 12.3-ounce package firm silken tofu

　　Freshly ground pepper, optional

　　

Step 1

Combine the olives, bell pepper, and scallions in a food processor. Pulse on and off until they are finely and evenly chopped, but not pureed. Transfer to a small serving container.

　　

Step 2

Blend the tofu in the food processor until it is smoothly pureed. Combine with the chopped olive mixture and stir together. Add a few grindings of optional pepper, and serve.

　　

nutrition information

Step 3

Calories: 46

　　

Step 4

Total Fat: 3g

　　

Step 5

Protein: 4g

　　

Step 6

Carbohydrate: 2g

　　

Step 7

Cholesterol: 0mg

　　

Step 8

Sodium: 202mg

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