A healthy, easy-to-make appetizer that pairs perfectly with plantain chips or fresh vegetables.

Preparation: 15 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Budget: Moderate

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe organic avocado

• 1 can chickpeas (approx. 400g), rinsed and drained

• 1 garlic clove

• 0.75 cl olive oil

• 2 tbsp lime juice

• 1 tsp salt

• Black Penja Pepper

• Basil or parsley leaf (for garnish)

Serve with:

• Ripe plantain chips

• Vegetable “dips” like zucchini, cucumbers, celery, or carrots

• Toasted whole-grain bread slices

Preparation:

1. Dice the ripe avocado and chop the garlic into small pieces.

2. Place them in a bowl with the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Add olive oil, lime juice, salt, and the star ingredient: 3-4 grinds of Black Penja Pepper!

3. Blend until smooth and creamy.

4. Plate in a small bowl. Drizzle with a bit of oil and garnish with a basil leaf.

5. This creation offers a refreshing sensation in the mouth that is most pleasant!