Who doesn't love a dip? This one is an absolute winner — ready in 5 minutes and made with 90% cupboard ingredients. Make up a batch and store it in an airtight container in the fridge. When hunger strikes, chop up carrots, peppers, cucumber and celery for a nutritious snack that makes a great alternative to a cuppa and a biscuit. As always — think raw and plant-based for optimum health.

Ingredients

• 1 can of butter beans, washed and drained
• 1 clove of garlic
• Bunch of fresh parsley, washed and chopped
• ½ teaspoon of cumin powder
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• Juice of ½ fresh lemon
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• Small amount of water to loosen
• Chilli flakes (optional)

Instructions

1. Place all the ingredients except the water into a blender.
2. Blend well until smooth.
3. Gradually add a tiny amount of water to help smooth the dip — go carefully, too much and it goes sloppy.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add chilli flakes if you like a little heat.
5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
6. Serve with crudités — carrot, pepper, cucumber and celery all work beautifully.

Simple, nutritious, and endlessly versatile. Enjoy!