The 25-Calorie Wonder Dip You Must Try
Put down the hummus and step away from the fat-free sour cream and onion dip. This totally unexpected healthy spread (and the three that follow it) redefines guilt-free party food.
By Lynn Andriani
Photo: Hannah Whitaker
The "Wait—That's Yogurt?" Veggie Dip
Greek cooks know how well tangy plain yogurt goes with lemon and dill. When you add salt, pepper and garlic, it loses its breakfast-y feel; the additions lend it a savory flavor that complements fresh vegetables, such as broccoli, bell peppers and celery.
Calories per serving: 25
Get the recipe: Lemony Yogurt Dip with Dill
Calories per serving: 25
Get the recipe: Lemony Yogurt Dip with Dill
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The Colorful Dip with a Sweet and Spicy Kick
This beautiful orange spread from the new Weight Watchers What to Cook Now cookbook combines vitamin-rich carrots with the warm and zippy flavors of grated, fresh ginger, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, coriander and cayenne. Pita chips dusted with the Middle Eastern spice za'atar would be a perfect accompaniment.
Calories per serving: 55
Get the recipe: Spiced Ginger-Carrot Dip
Calories per serving: 55
Get the recipe: Spiced Ginger-Carrot Dip
Photo: John Kernick
The Lightened-Up Mexican Dip
Black beans, simmered in a bit of water with onions and spices, turn silky smooth when you puree them in a food processor. Chipotle chilies add a smoky note, with just a touch of heat. It's great with baked tortilla chips (which are surprisingly easy to make at home).
Calories per serving: 157
Get the recipe: Smoky Black Bean Dip
Calories per serving: 157
Get the recipe: Smoky Black Bean Dip
Photo: Truwhip
The Peppermint Dessert Dip
Truwhip, a new whipped topping made without high fructose corn syrup, hydrogenated oils, trans fats or artificial flavors, forms the base of this mint-chocolate treat. It's a delicious way to dress up chocolate wafer cookies or fresh berries.
Calories per serving: 146
Get the recipe: Peppermint Chocolate Dream
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Calories per serving: 146
Get the recipe: Peppermint Chocolate Dream
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Published 12/19/2013