Yellow Split Pea Dip

Preparation

1. Step 1

   Wrap carrots, celery, white onion, herbs, and peppercorns into a bundle; tie with kitchen twine.

   Step 2

   Combine split peas with the water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and herb bundle in a saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer; cook until split peas are tender, about 45 minutes. Discard bundle. Reserve 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Drain split peas; let cool slightly.

   Step 3

   Puree split peas, lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup reserved cooking liquid in a food processor until smooth, adding more liquid as needed. To serve, drizzle spread with oil, top with red onion and capers, and season with pepper.

2. Nutrition Information

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   (Per 1/4-cup serving)

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   Calories: 124

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   Saturated Fat: .5g

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   Unsaturated Fat: 3g

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   Cholesterol: 0mg

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   Carbohydrates: 17g

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   Protein: 6.54g

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   Sodium: 408mg

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   Fiber: .2g