Best Low Calorie Veggie Dip?

ka_42
ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
edited September 20 in Food and Nutrition
Any easy recipes with few ingredients? Store bought suggestions are also welcome! Thanks!

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  • MattySparky
    MattySparky Posts: 771
    hummus isn't a bad choice.
  • questionablemethods
    questionablemethods Posts: 2,174 Member
    I've never tried this particular recipe, but I've made some other recipes from this site and they have been winners. This sounds good and simple. http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2008/01/diet-friendly-ranch-style-dip-greek.html
  • themethod
    themethod Posts: 257
    Tzatziki! Try this recipe. Cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice aren't very expensive calorie wise, so it's primarily based on the calories of the yogurt you choose.

    http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2007/07/worlds-best-tzatziki-sauce-recipe-greek.html

    ETA: LOL Kaitlin and I would pick a recipe from the same blog.
  • lab_goddess
    lab_goddess Posts: 170 Member
    I love Hummus...
  • ka_42
    ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
    I've never tried this particular recipe, but I've made some other recipes from this site and they have been winners. This sounds good and simple. http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2008/01/diet-friendly-ranch-style-dip-greek.html

    You're so helpful! Thanks.. this sounds tasty, I love cottage cheese!
  • mama22girlz
    mama22girlz Posts: 291
    I like the T. Marzetti dips. The light ranch is GREAT for veggies. My hubby LOVES the light french onion, even better then the full fat one :)

    Otherwize I agree with the Hummas and taziki posts ;)
  • ka_42
    ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
    Tzatziki! Try this recipe. Cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice aren't very expensive calorie wise, so it's primarily based on the calories of the yogurt you choose.

    http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2007/07/worlds-best-tzatziki-sauce-recipe-greek.html

    ETA: LOL Kaitlin and I would pick a recipe from the same blog.

    Looks yummy! Thanks for sharing! This seems like a very like-able blog! ;)
  • ka_42
    ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
    I love Hummus...

    What's everyone's favorite type of hummus? I never know which one I'll like the most and end up not buying any. I've had it several times at social events but usually don't see the packaging!
  • sazziecee
    sazziecee Posts: 143
    Salsa is really low calorie, I love a really hot one :)
  • lilmissy2
    lilmissy2 Posts: 595 Member
    For a super low calorie dip - bake and eggplant (aubergine) whole until soft, scoop out the flesh and mash with a fork, mix with some black pepper and lemon juice :)
  • kellykat
    kellykat Posts: 180 Member
    I like sun dried tomato hummus or roasted garlic hummus. I love dipping broccoli into it.
  • CStew113
    CStew113 Posts: 1
    I make this dip and get compliments on it all the time - and it's so easy to make!

    1 cup light mayonnaise (could also use fat free, but I don't think this tastes nearly as good)
    1.5 tsp curry

    Stir together and enjoy - great with celery, cold cooked asparagus, carrots, etc!
    *This recipe makes a lot, so sometimes I cut the ingredients in half.
  • etarre
    etarre Posts: 147 Member
    I really like the Hidden Valley Ranch packets, added to fat free sour cream. You can add chopped dill or cilantro if you want, and I almost always add a little Tobasco, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • kdiamond
    kdiamond Posts: 3,329 Member
    I use Fage greek yogurt, add a tablespoon of the Ranch dip powder (very salty so don't add too much) then chop some fresh parsley and fresh garlic to it.
  • carrieliz81
    carrieliz81 Posts: 489 Member
    Tzatziki! Try this recipe. Cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice aren't very expensive calorie wise, so it's primarily based on the calories of the yogurt you choose.

    http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2007/07/worlds-best-tzatziki-sauce-recipe-greek.html

    ETA: LOL Kaitlin and I would pick a recipe from the same blog.

    You can also buy store-made tzatziki that is delicious and low-cal... and ready to roll!!! (I am a convenience eater, so anything I don't have to make from scratch is a win in my book.)
  • ka_42
    ka_42 Posts: 720 Member
    Tzatziki! Try this recipe. Cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice aren't very expensive calorie wise, so it's primarily based on the calories of the yogurt you choose.

    http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2007/07/worlds-best-tzatziki-sauce-recipe-greek.html

    ETA: LOL Kaitlin and I would pick a recipe from the same blog.

    You can also buy store-made tzatziki that is delicious and low-cal... and ready to roll!!! (I am a convenience eater, so anything I don't have to make from scratch is a win in my book.)

    I've never had tzatziki.. and I'm really puzzled trying to pronounce it! what brand do you buy? I am always a fan of convenience and the recipe the method shared looks tasty!
  • mommamills
    mommamills Posts: 437
    bump
  • themethod
    themethod Posts: 257
    Tzatziki! Try this recipe. Cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice aren't very expensive calorie wise, so it's primarily based on the calories of the yogurt you choose.

    http://kalynskitchen.blogspot.com/2007/07/worlds-best-tzatziki-sauce-recipe-greek.html

    ETA: LOL Kaitlin and I would pick a recipe from the same blog.

    You can also buy store-made tzatziki that is delicious and low-cal... and ready to roll!!! (I am a convenience eater, so anything I don't have to make from scratch is a win in my book.)

    I've never had tzatziki.. and I'm really puzzled trying to pronounce it! what brand do you buy? I am always a fan of convenience and the recipe the method shared looks tasty!

    I'm not a linguist or speech therapist, but I've always pronounced tzatziki as "saw" (but say the "s" as if it were combined with a "d," with the tip of your tongue against the back of your front teeth) and then "ziki" is like saying the letter "z" ("zee") combined with a "d" again with the tongue thing, and then "key."

    So, d/saw-D/ZEE-key.

    The second to last syllable in Greek is often where the stress it placed, so in this case the "D/ZEE."

    I've never purchased store bought tzatziki that I liked, but that's probably because I was spoiled with always having it fresh from my Greek ex-boyfriend's family. :)

    Also, it saves for a few days so make it on a Sunday and eat it the rest of the week.
  • wantmycurvesback
    wantmycurvesback Posts: 69
    Personally I enjoy the light Laughing Cow cheese wedges, in any flavor, especially yummy with celery or cukes. I try to only use 1-2 and ration it out with the veggies!
  • CM9178
    CM9178 Posts: 1,251 Member
    bump
  • giggitygoo
    giggitygoo Posts: 1,978 Member
    French Onion Dip. It's made with greek yogurt and laughing cow

    http://happygoodtime.com/2012/12/12/skinny-french-onion-dip-with-greek-yogurt/
  • dfquigley
    dfquigley Posts: 186
    HOME MADE hummus!!!

    Take a can of chickpeas ( garbanzo beans ) rinse them, throw them in a food processor or blender, then add garlic, touch of vinegar and whatever else you want to taste!! I like to add a touch of olive oil, cayenne and lemon juice as well.

    Touch of water for desired consistency.

    It's super low in calories, VERY LOW glycemic index, you can cater it to your exact tastes, and it's CHEAP!!!
  • mmddwechanged
    mmddwechanged Posts: 1,687 Member
    I used to mix Greek yogurt with hot mustard and tumeric.
  • jgirlredzz
    jgirlredzz Posts: 21
    Trader Joe's Reduced Guilt yogurt kale spinach dip. 30 calories per 2 tbsp serving--less than hummus which is 50 - 60 cals per 2 tbsp serving.
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