Thursday, January 08, 2009

Avocado Yogurt Dip with Cumin

Here's a simple and healthy dip to serve at parties or to use as a pre-dinner snack. For those of us trying to lose a few as our New Years resolution, it's perfect.

Avocado Yogurt Dip with Cumin
From Cooking Light.
Makes two cups.

3/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded jalapeƱo pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 ripe peeled avocados, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced

Place all the ingredients in a food processor or blender, and process until smooth.


Serve with pita chips and carrot and celery sticks.

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