Healthy Greek Yogurt Dips featured in Gone Greek in Issue No. 3

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Move over sour cream…the Greeks are here and they’re healthy and delicious! “These days, I am consciously eating a higher protein diet and one of my go-to foods is nonfat, plain Greek yogurt,” says Chef Lea. “It has a thick, smooth texture like sour cream but it is high in protein, low in carbohydrates and zero fat!” Chef Lea’s new party dips using nonfat Greek yogurt are the alpha and the omega…give them a try and say bye, bye to unwanted calories without sacrificing any of the yum.

Smoky Chipotle Greek Yogurt Dip
Yield: 1 pint

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon chipotle powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoon dried cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
16 ounces Greek yogurt (2% or 0% milk)

Directions:
In a medium bowl, whisk together tomato paste, honey, chipotle powder, garlic powder, dried cilantro leaves, salt, pepper and yogurt. Use immediately or store covered, in the refrigerator, for up to 5 days. Serve with pita chips or fresh cut vegetables.

Photography by Dean Birinyi