Silken Guacamole
Written By Catherine Newman
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Don't be afraid of the silken tofu. Sure, it's like flan made from beans, but you won't notice its creepiness once you mash it in. Plus it adds a great deal of protein, and — not to sound too much like a 1950s housewife talking about ground beef — it really stretches the avocado.
2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
Half a 1-pound container silken tofu (use the rest for a smoothie)
Juice of one lime (about 2 tablespoons), plus a few scrapings of the zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1 large clove garlic, pressed
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)
Use a fork to mash together all the ingredients except cilantro, or put them in a ziplock bag and let your kids squeeze and mash it with their hands and feet. If you like your guacamole really smooth, whiz it all up in a food processor. Stir in cilantro and taste to see if it needs more salt or lime.
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