Serves: 5
Total Calories: 48
Yield: 1 1/4 Cups

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper
2 scallion cut into thirds

1. Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender in the order listed. Blend until thick and well combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary. Adjust the seasonings, if desired.

2. Use immediately. Refrigerate any leftovers.

For a Change . . .
•Try grated carrot in place of the green pepper.
•For a richer dressing, omit the water and increase the total amount of olive oil to 7 tablespoons.

Nutritional Facts:

Serves: 5
Total Calories: 48
Calories from Fat: 48

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