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By: NM LFH Staff
It’s holiday and sports season and we have some healthy dips and spreads to add to your party menu. All recipes are courtesy of healthline.com
Approximately 4 servings. Can be served with celery and carrot sticks.
Calories: 48 / Protein: 5 grams / Carbs: 2.5 grams / Fat: 2 grams
Ingredients:
1 cup (225 grams) of plain Greek yogurt
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
1/2 teaspoon of dried dill
1/2 teaspoon of dried parsley
salt to taste
Directions:
– Whisk the Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, and parsley in a small bowl.
– Taste, add salt as desired, and enjoy.
Approximately 2 servings. Can be on sandwiches, wraps, and more.
Calories: 189 / Protein: 4 grams / Carbs: 13 grams / Fat: 15 grams
Ingredients:
1 avocado, peel and seed removed, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
– Mash the avocado in a small bowl with a fork.
– Add the garlic cloves and mix into the spread, sprinkling in salt and pepper if you desir
Approximately 4 servings. Can be served with celery sticks or chips.
Calories: 122 / Protein: 12 grams / Carbs: 8 grams / Fat: 5 grams
Ingredients:
1 cup (225 grams) of plain Greek yogurt (whole, low fat, or nonfat)
1/4 cup (60 ml) of hot sauce, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
2 cups (280 grams) of shredded chicken breast, cooked
2 tablespoons (6 grams) of fresh chives, more to taste
Directions:
– In a mixing bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and garlic powder.
– Add the shredded chicken and stir until coated. Serve cold topped with fresh chives.
– Alternatively, you can transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish and heat at 300°F (150°C) until warmed through (10–15 minutes), or microwave on high for 2–3 minutes.
Approximately 4 servings. Can be served with chicken or veggies.
Calories: 86 / Protein: 1 gram / Carbs: 18 grams / Fat: 0 grams
Ingredients:
1/4 cup (60 ml) of honey
1/4 cup (60 grams) of plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup (60 grams) of Dijon mustard (homemade or store-bought)
1 tablespoon (15 ml) of lemon juice
Directions:
– In a small bowl, whisk the honey, Greek yogurt, Dijon, and lemon juice.
– Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for a few hours before serving.
References:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/healthy-dips-and-spreads
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