Description
This Healthy Game Day Dip is a flavorful, layered dish perfect for parties and gatherings. It combines warm refried beans with layers of cheese, fresh avocado, tangy lime, and a zesty yogurt topping, garnished with cherry tomatoes and cilantro for a refreshing finish. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser with a taste that balances creamy, spicy, and fresh notes.
Ingredients
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Bean Layer
- 1 can of refried beans
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Cheese Layer
- 1/2 cup grated Monterey Jack or Colby Jack cheese
Avocado Layer
- 2 avocados
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (from the divided teaspoon)
Yogurt Topping
- 1 1/2 cups yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning
Garnish
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the Bean Mixture: Place the can of refried beans, diced green chiles, garlic powder, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until combined and warm the mixture for about 3 minutes.
- Spread the Beans: Spoon the warmed refried beans into a large low bowl or a 9×11 glass pan, spreading it evenly to form the base layer.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle the grated Monterey Jack or Colby Jack cheese evenly over the warm refried beans. The warmth will slightly melt the cheese, adding a creamy texture.
- Prepare Avocado Layer: In a separate bowl, mash the avocados. Add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and fresh lime juice, then stir until smooth and well combined.
- Spread Avocado: Spoon the mashed avocado over the cheese layer. Use a spatula to spread it into a smooth, even layer.
- Mix Yogurt and Tajin: Combine the yogurt and Tajin seasoning in a bowl, stirring thoroughly to blend the flavors together.
- Top with Yogurt Mixture: Spoon the Tajin-seasoned yogurt over the avocado layer and smooth it into a single, even layer for a tangy and mildly spicy topping.
- Garnish: Finally, sprinkle the diced cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro evenly over the top of the dip for a fresh, colorful finish.
Notes
- Use ripe avocados for a creamy, smooth avocado layer.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne or more Tajin seasoning.
- The dip can be served immediately or chilled for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
- Serve with tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or pita bread.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for regular yogurt to increase protein content.
