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Almost Guacamole Yogurt Dip
posted by: James Rouse , Nutritionist  
created: 7/6/2009 9:51:12 AM
Last updated: 7/6/2009 9:51:29 AM
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(Yields about 3 cups) Serves 6 to 10


 


1 cup plain nonfat yogurt


2 avocado, peeled, pitted and halved


1 cup nonfat sour cream


1 clove garlic, minced


2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro


1/2 teaspoon ground cumin


1 tablespoon lime or lemon juice


1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced


salt and pepper, if desired


 


For best results, strain yogurt overnight using cheesecloth, a strainer, and a medium size bowl (covered and refrigerated overnight). Add strained yogurt, sour cream and avocado to bowl of food processor fitted with blade attachment.  Add remaining ingredients. Process and puree until smooth. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.


 


Per Serving: 136 Calories; 9g Fat (1g sat); 6g Protein; 11g Carbohydrate; 2g Dietary Fiber; 4mg Cholesterol; 56mg Sodium.


 




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