Description
This is a change-up from the more standard version using Greek yogurt, low-fat milk, & homemade my signature homemade taco seasoning.
Ingredients
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The Dip
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (see note 1 for substitutions)
- 1/2 cup low-fat milk
- 1/4 cup homemade taco seasoning (see note 2 for substitutions)
Toppings (all are optional, but Highly Recommended)
- 6 oz iceberg lettuce (Shredded (see note 3 for substitutions))
- 4 oz cheddar cheese (Shredded (see note 4 for substitutions))
- 4 oz roma tomatoes (diced (see note 5 for substitutions))
- 4 oz jalapeños
- 4 oz sliced black olives
- 1 whole green onion (sliced)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans (drained (see note 6 for substitutions))
- 1 avocado (sliced/cubed)
Instructions
- Grab a medium-size mixing bowl and mix cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium until fluffy.
- Now, add the greek yogurt, milk, and taco seasoning. Mix to combine.
- Next, spread it onto a dish/platter (any size, I used one of my 10-inch plates).
- Top with desired toppings and serve with your choice of tortilla chips.
Equipment
Mora Ceramics: Spiral 10in Dinner Plates (Earth Tones)
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Mora Ceramics Small Mixing Bowls Set of 2 – 2.5 & 1.6 Qt (Vanilla White)
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Cuisinart 9-Speed Handheld Mixer (HM-90S Power Advantage Plus)
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Substitutions:
- Greek Yogurt: Sour Cream or crème fraîche; you could also use a non-dairy yogurt, but I can’t guarantee it will have the same texture…
- Homemade Taco Seasoning: I make mine in batches and store it, but if you prefer to buy it, it’s one regular package of taco seasoning.
- Iceberg Lettuce: Romaine, baby spinach, or bib lettuce can also be used.
- Cheddar Cheese: Marble Jack Cheese is a more mild option.
- Roma Tomatoes: You could also use salsa or Pico de Gallo, which I have done before, it adds a fun flavor versus just tomatoes.
- Black Beans: You can skip this or maybe use a different bean or even refried beans (which would need to be layered).
Storage:
- This Taco Dip can be stored (without toppings) in a food-safe jar/container for 3-4 days
- If you make the platter ahead of time, it can be done non more than 24 hours in advance, but depending on the lettuce, the leafy veg may be a little wilted from moisture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Party Food, Picnic, Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 249
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 659
- Fat: 21
- Saturated Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 9
- Cholesterol: 45