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Pumpkin Seed, Citrus, and Cilantro Dip

Serves 6.

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Pumpkin Seed, Citrus, and Cilantro Dip
Your guests won’t be able to get enough of this delicious dip; good thing it’s a cinch to prepare! It’s also a refreshing sandwich spread and pairs beautifully with goat cheese.    

An everyday food

You don’t have to save this dip for indulgent special occasions, as it’s full of goodness—protein, fibre, healthy fats, and loads of antioxidants from vitamins A, C, and E.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (250 mL) unsalted pumpkin seeds, preferably raw
  • 1 bunch cilantro
  • Juice of 1 lemon and 1 lime
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) salt

Nutrition

Per serving:

  • calories 408
  • protein 13g
  • fat 39g
    • saturated fat 6g
    • trans fat 0g
  • carbohydrates 8g
    • sugars 1g
    • fibre 3g
  • sodium 410mg

Directions

01
Grind seeds in food processor until fine, then add remaining ingredients and pureu0301e for 3 or 4 minutes until well combined. Allow flavours to develop by refrigerating for a minimum of 1 hour or up to 24 hours. Serve with organic corn chips and cucumber sticks.

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