Savory Beet Spread

With its deep-red color and subtle spark of flavor, this nourishing party spread, featuring canned beets, will be the star of the party. Serve with crisp jicama or zucchini slices, or on crusty whole-wheat crackers.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 12

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) can beets, drained
• 3  canned anchovy fillets
• 2  tablespoons plain fat-free yogurt
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  garlic clove
• 1⁄4 teaspoon  freshly ground pepper
• 2  ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped green onion

Directions

1. Purée beets, anchovy fillets, yogurt, lemon juice, garlic and pepper in a food processor. Stir in feta cheese and green onion. Refrigerate until chilled.
2. Nutritional Information Per Serving:
3. Calories 30 Total fat 1g; Saturated fat 0.5g; Cholesterol 5mg; Sodium 130mg; Carbohydrate 4g; Fiber 1g; Protein 2g; Vitamin A 2%DV*; Vitamin C 4%DV; Calcium 2%DV; Iron 4%DV *Daily Value.