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tarwi beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Black beans provide similar texture and flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar acidity.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onions add freshness with less pungency.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: cooked pumpkin

Mashed peas provide creaminess at a lower cost.

Soak tarwi beans overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked beans.

Boil the beans in fresh water until tender, about 30 minutes.

Drain the beans and let them cool.

Chop red onion, cilantro, and chili peppers finely.

Combine beans, onion, cilantro, and chili in a bowl.

Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Gently mix to combine all ingredients.

Serve chilled, garnished with avocado and tomato slices.

Add a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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