Yogurt and Avocado Dip

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             FOOD FUNNY
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Here's a little-known food fact from Rosemary Zwick:

Did you know that a tree can grow inside a person? If you accidentally
swallow an orange seed, it will grow in your stomach. Then it'll pop out
your belly button. That's where we get navel oranges.

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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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Think of this as guacamole with a Middle Eastern accent.

Yogurt and Avocado Dip

1 large or 2 small avocados, pitted and peeled
1 scallion (spring onion), green and white parts, finely chopped
1/2 cup (125 ml) plain yogurt
1 Tbs (15 ml) chopped fresh mint leaves
1 tsp (5 ml) grated lemon zest
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Mash the avocado with a fork in a small bowl. Add the remaining
ingredients and mix well. Serve with potato or tortilla chips, crackers, or raw vegetables.
Serves 4 to 6.
Received on Sun Mar 16 21:51:47 2008