Description
This Healthy Game Day Dip recipe is a flavorful, layered dip combining warm refried beans seasoned with spices, creamy melted cheese, fresh mashed avocado, a tangy lime-scalloped yogurt topping, and garnished with vibrant cherry tomatoes and cilantro. It’s perfect for sharing with a crowd during game day or any casual gathering.
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 Layer
- 1 1/2 cups yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning
Topping
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat the bean mixture: Place the refried beans, diced green chiles, garlic powder, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine and heat for about 3 minutes or until warmed through.
- Layer the beans: Spoon the warmed refried bean mixture into a large low bowl or a 9×11-inch glass pan, spreading evenly to form the base layer.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle the grated Monterey Jack or Colby Jack cheese evenly on top of the warm refried beans to allow it to slightly melt.
- Prepare the avocado layer: In a separate bowl, mash the avocados and add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt along with the juice of one lime. Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Spread the avocado: Spoon the mashed avocado over the cheese layer, spreading it out into a uniform single layer.
- Create the yogurt topping: In another bowl, mix the yogurt with the Tajin seasoning until thoroughly combined. Spoon this mixture over the avocado layer and spread it evenly.
- Garnish: Finish by topping the dip with the diced cherry tomatoes and chopped cilantro for fresh flavor and vibrant color.
Notes
- Use the cheese of your choice, Monterey Jack or Colby Jack offers a mild, creamy flavor that melts nicely.
- Tajin seasoning adds a tangy and slightly spicy flavor to the yogurt topping; adjust quantity based on preferred spice level.
- This dip can be served with vegetable sticks, tortilla chips, or pita bread.
- For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños to the bean mixture.
- To keep it fresh, prepare up to the avocado layer in advance and add avocado and yogurt layers just before serving to prevent browning.
