PUBLISHED 11/13/2007
Start with a great base.
Instead of full-fat sour cream or cream cheese, choose lower-calorie options that still supply protein and calcium. Try:
>>blended beans (garbanzo, black), roasted peppers, eggplant
>>soft tofu or tofu yogurt
>>low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, cream cheese, or plain Greek-style yogurt
Add to the mix.
Boost the taste and nutrients of your dip by stirring in your favorite flavors. Experiment with:
>>fresh herbs (cilantro, basil, rosemary)
>>fresh garlic and green onions
>>lime or lemon juice
>>fresh or dried hot peppers
Dip wisely.
Skip the fatty chips and crackers. Offer instead:
>>fresh vegetables (peppers, cucumbers, snap peas, radishes, baby carrots)
>>juicy fruit (orange sections, berries, banana wedges, star fruit, kiwi slices)
>>whole-wheat baked chips (Make your own by slicing whole-wheat pitas or tortillas into wedges, toss lightly in salt, pepper, and olive oil, then bake on a cookie sheet at 375°F until golden brown.)
Try these two recipes:
1. Savory White Christmas Bean Dip
2. Sweet Chocolate Twist
