Mud Slide Dip

Although it might be a stretch of the imagination, we gave weather-related names to the dip served with veggies for the theme party. The sandy color of the bean dip inspired its new "natural" identity.
-Ndara Pike, Tempe, Arizona18 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 egg
- 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 5 medium carrots, julienned
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cups fresh cauliflowerets
Directions
- In a saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Place water, egg and
- beans in a blender or food processor; cover and process until
- smooth. Add to onion. Stir in chili powder, salt and garlic salt.
- Bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
- Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat.
- When cool, stir in mayonnaise. Chill. Serve with carrots, broccoli
- and cauliflower. Store dip in the refrigerator. Yield: 2-1/3 cups.
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