Papal Visit Purim Millennium Snow in Jer. Without cooking and without much fuss, it's easy to put together a few ingredients to make a dip and serve it with any vegetables or even fruits you have on hand.
Dips can be low-calorie or they can be fattening.
Tehina doesn't have to be Middle Eastern - add a little hot water, soy sauce, lemon juice, salt and ginger and turn it into a delicacy from the Far East. An avocado is easy to turn into a classic guacamole. Most dips can be prepared hours or even a day or two in advance and stored in airtight containers or covered with plastic wrap. Cut the ribs into cubes and remove any stringy threads along the ribs. Place in the blender or food processor along with the olive oil and vinegar.