Zesty Dip Recipes

ZESTY RANCH DIP

Steps:

• Pulse 2 teaspoons each fresh thyme, oregano and marjoram, 2 stalks chopped celery, 1 chopped carrot, 3 roughly chopped scallions, 1/2 seeded jalapeno, 1 garlic clove, the juice of 1/2 lemon, 8 ounces each low-fat cottage cheese and fat-free plain Greek yogurt, and 1/2 teaspoon each kosher salt and pepper in a food processor or blender until well combined. Serve with crudites.

ZESTY HERB DIP

Steps:

• Combine 1 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon each garlic powder and onion powder, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 2 teaspoons each lemon zest, chopped mint and parsley in a bowl and whisk until smooth.

ZESTY SPINACH DIP RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• In a medium microwave-safe bowl, microwave the spinach until completely defrosted, about 5 minutes. Remove from the microwave and let sit until cool enough to handle, about 5 minutes.
• Transfer the spinach to a surface lined with 4 paper towels. Gather the towels around the spinach and position over the bowl. Wring out to remove all of the moisture. Discard any excess liquid that accumulates in the bottom of the bowl.
• Return the spinach to the bowl and add the cream cheese, 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella, 4 tablespoons Parmesan, the zesty spice blend, and salt.
• Microwave for 4 minutes, stirring halfway, until the cream cheese is completely softened and the mozzarella is melted. Stir well to combine, then microwave for 30 seconds more to melt any remaining cream cheese clumps.
• Top with remaining ¼ cup mozzarella and tablespoon of Parmesan. Return to the microwave for 1½-2 minutes, until the mozzarella on top is melted. Sprinkle with more zesty spice blend.
• Serve with chips, carrots, or celery.
• Enjoy!

ZESTY VEGETABLE DIP

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Serve with vegetables.