michelle's hummus

1 can garbanzo beans

1 small lemon, squeezed

1 clove of garlic

1/3 c. olive oil

Mix all ingredients in blender. Add salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of paprika on top. Serve with pita bread.

creamy salsa dip

1 c. cottage cheese

1 1/2 c. salsa

1/4 c. fat free, plain yogurt

1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped

Blend everything in blender until smooth. We use pita chips for dipping.

South Beach Diet

lime-cilantro vinaigrette

Inspired by Cafe Rio's Dressing

6 tbsp. oil (half olive, half canola)

1 bunch cilantro, chopped

8 tbsp. lime juice or 4 fresh limes, squeezed

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 dashes of white wine vinegar (approx.)

2 tbsp. ginger, grated

1/4-1/2 c. sugar or to taste

fresh ground black pepper

salt

Combine all ingredients in food processor