Snack: Avocado-Tomatillo Dip with Cumin Pita Chips Recipe | Myrecipes

Recipe by Maureen Callahan Tart tomatillos keep this dip a bright green and prevent the avocado from discoloring, even after a day or two in the refrigerator. Look for tomatillos in the produce section of most large supermarkets.

Ingredients

3 (6-inch) pitas, split in half horizontally
Cooking spray
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, crushed
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 °.
To prepare chips, coat rough side of each pita half with cooking spray; sprinkle pita halves evenly with cumin seeds, oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt. Cut each pita half into 8 wedges; arrange wedges in a single layer on baking sheets. Bake at 375 ° for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
To prepare dip, discard husks and stems from tomatillos. Place tomatillos in a small saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil; cook 5 minutes or until tender. Cool to room temperature. Place tomatillos, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender or food processor, and process until smooth. Add sour cream and avocado; process until smooth. Serve with chips.