GREEK LAYER HUMMUS DIP
Serves 12
PREP TIME: 10 Minutes
Take hummus to another level with this versatile dip inspired by the best of the Greek Isles.
Ingredients
- 14 oz prepared hummus
- 1 ½ cups crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup chopped Kalamata olives
- 1 cup chopped fresh tomato, cherry
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
Directions
- Spread hummus in 8 x 8 inch dish.
- Evenly sprinkle with feta cheese.
- Top with Kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and onions.
- Can be made the night before and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Serve with favorite crackers, chips, or fresh vegetables.
Per serving: Calories 151.5; Total Fat 12.7 g; Carbs 5.3 g; Protein 5.5 g; Sodium 557.5 mg; Sugars 1.5 g
SWEET POTATO ROUNDS WITH GOAT CHEESE AND WALNUTS
Serves 8
PREP TIME: 20 Minutes | COOK TIME: 20 Minutes
A new twist on a seasonal staple! With a sweet potato base, the flavors come together for an amazing appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes sliced into ¼-inch-thick rounds
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed or olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 5 oz goat cheese
- ½ cup walnuts
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- Fresh basil leaves
Directions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine sea salt and olive oil.
- Dip each sweet potato round in sea salt and olive oil mixture to coat. Place on baking pan ¼-inch apart.
- Bake sweet potato rounds for 8 to 10 minutes on each side until golden.
- In a small bowl combine balsamic vinegar and honey.
- From oven, transfer cooked sweet potato rounds to a serving tray and top with goat cheese, walnuts, and cranberries. Drizzle with balsamic and honey mixture.
- Garnish with basil.
- Serve.
Per serving: Calories 205.1; Total Fat 13.1 g; Carbs 20.6 g; Protein 4.9 g; Sodium 165.4 mg; Sugars 9.4 g
LOX AND CREAM CHEESE CUCUMBER BITES
Serves 8
PREP TIME: 20 Minutes
Say goodbye to the bagel and hello to healthy cucumbers for this holiday favorite.
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers, cut into 1″ rounds
- 1 lb lox, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
- Capers
Directions
- Arrange cucumbers on a platter. Place in the refrigerator while preparing the cream cheese mixture.
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese, dill, and horseradish. Mix until well combined.
- Spread 1 teaspoon of cream cheese on each cucumber slice, top with piece of lox.
- Garnish with caper.
- Serve or store in the refrigerator until needed.
Per serving: Calories 171.8; Total Fat 12.3 g; Carbs 3.0 g; Protein 12.5 g; Sodium 1,288.7 mg; Sugars 1.8 g
SHRIMP CEVICHE
Serves 8
PREP TIME: 20 Minutes
A bit of spice added to a healthy fat with some goodness of the sea makes a tasty combo!
Ingredients
- ½ cup chopped red onion
- 3 limes, juice of (more if desired)
- 1 lb jumbo shrimp, cooked, peeled & diced
- ¾ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 medium avocado, diced
Directions
- In a small bowl combine red onion and lime juice. Let them marinate at least 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl combine chopped shrimp & cilantro. Stir in red onion and lime juice.
- Add avocado and gently toss.
- Can be made the night before and refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Serve with favorite tortilla chips.
Per serving: Calories 107.4; Total Fat 3.7 g; Carbs 6.8 g; Protein 12.6 g; Sodium 132.9 mg; Sugars 0.6 g
CROCKPOT SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE DIP
Serves 8
PREP TIME: 20 Minutes | COOK TIME: 2 Hours
The crockpot always saves the day, and that’s true with this party favorite—a dip no one can resist.
Ingredients
- 28 oz artichoke hearts
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 15 oz spinach, chopped
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 8 oz cream cheese
- ½ cup feta cheese
- ¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 8 oz sour cream
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Directions
- Place all ingredients in crockpot. Stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours. Occasionally stirring to mix.
- Serve with favorite vegetables, bread, or crackers.
Per serving: Calories 337.2; Total Fat 28.1 g; Carbs 13.3 g; Protein 11.9 g; Sodium 504.8 mg; Sugars 0.9 g
JALAPENO POPPER WONTON CUPS
Serves 12
PREP TIME: 10 Minutes | COOK TIME: 20 Minutes
Wonton moves up to WOW with a kick—sure to light up the party!
Ingredients
- 24 wonton wrappers or butter lettuce leaves
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 12 oz bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 4oz cans diced jalapenos, drained
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray mini muffin pan with cooking spray.
- Place one wonton wrapper in each muffin cup, forming a cup shape; bake 6 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Remove from oven and cool slightly.
- In large mixing bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
- Spoon filling into wonton cups.
- Bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Serve.
Per serving: Calories 276.3; Total Fat 20.5 g; Carbs 11.1 g; Protein 10.8 g; Sodium 682.9 mg; Sugars 0.7 g