

Yields:
4
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
This ultra-creamy dip is packed with protein and healthy fats.
Is avocado dip healthy?
Yes! Avocados are packed with tons of good-for-you stuff: monounsaturated fatty acis (yes, the good kinda fat), more potassium than a banana, and fiber. (Which also makes guacamole a super healthy game day appetizer.) To make this dip creamy, we simply stirred in half a cup of plain Greek yogurt, which also has nutritional clout thanks to protein and probiotics.
How can I make this dip spicy?
This dip is basically a blank canvas—and like guacamole, can go in SO many different directions depending on what flavors you like. If you want it spicy, you can stir in crushed red pepper flakes, a minced jalapeño, or a pinch of cayenne. If you want it smoky, stir in some chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, paprika, or chipotle powder.
How can I make this vegan?
You can sub in vegan yogurt, like soy or coconut! Try to pick one that doesn't have too strong or sweet a flavor. Avocados alone won't be able to mask the sweetness.
What if my avocados aren't ripe?
Ugh, is there anything worse?! If your friends are heading over and you don't have a ripe avocado, you're kinda out of luck. But, if you realize you need to speed up the ripening a couple days in advance, here's what you do: Place the unripe avocado in a brown paper bag with an apple or a banana. Both of these fruits contain the plant hormone ethylene, which speeds up the ripening process.
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Ingredients
- 2
ripe avocados
- 1/2 cup
plain Greek yogurt
- 2
cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Pita or tortilla chips and vegetable sticks, for serving
Directions
- Step 1In a medium bowl, mash avocados with a fork.
- Step 2Stir in yogurt, garlic, and lime juice and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Step 3Serve with chips and vegetables.
Nutrition (per serving): 140 calories, 4 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates, 5 g fiber, 2 g sugar, 11 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 15 mg sodium
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