Brazil Nut & Red Pepper Dip
Brazil nuts are in fact a seed rather than a nut. They are high in selenium, an important antioxidant and other important minerals.
Soaking the brazil nuts overnight or a few hours makes them easier to blend but is not necessary.
Preparation time: 5 mins
Serves: 6-8
Ingredients:
1/2 cup red pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp orange juice
2-3 cloves of garlic
1 cup brazil nuts soaked overnight, drained and rinsed
chives or parsley
Method:
Blend the the pepper, lemon juice, orange juice and garlic in a food processor. Add the nuts and blend until smooth
Stir in the chopped chives or parsley