Diabetes Self-Management

BBQ Starters

Avocado Smash

MAKES ¾ CUP

SERVING SIZE: 3 TABLESPOONS

Nutrients per Serving: Calories 64, Total Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Protein 2g, Carbohydrates 4g, Cholesterol 0mg, Fiber 2g, Sodium 182mg

Dietary Exchange: 1 Fat

1 ripe medium avocado, peeled and pitted
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
Chopped fresh chives (optional)

Roughly mash avocado with fork in shallow bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients and sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.

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