RECIPES/MEALS

INGREDIENT LIST 1/2 cup pistachios, toasted Zest of an orange, minced Juice of an orange 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons minced fresh mint 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander 4 ounces cream cheese, softened at room temperature 2/3 cup sour cream 2 tablespoons minced chives (optional)

PISTACHIO ORANGE DIP

Makes 1-1/2 cups

This is a versatile dip that can be served savory with vegetables and crackers or served sweet with cut fresh fruit or skewers of low-carb dessert cake. If serving sweet, omit the chives and add 1 to 2 tablespoons of Splenda or other sugar substitute.

Combine cream cheese with the orange zest, juice, oil, mint and coriander; process until all ingredients are well-blended. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chives. Add finely-ground pistachios (pulse in a food processor or blender).

Nutritional analysis (per 2 tablespoons): 110 calories, 90 calories from fat, 10g fat, 16mg cholesterol, 3g carbs, less than 1g fiber, 2g protein, 60mg sodium, 30mg calcium, less than 1mg iron