Dips and Sauces

Name: Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 12
Ingredients: 4 slices uncured bacon (cooked and crumbled); 8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese; 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded); 1 cup smoked cheddar cheese (shredded); 1 cup parmesan cheese (shredded); 1/4 cup white wine; 1-2 jalapeno peppers (chopped); 2 cups plain, non-fat Greek yogurt; 1 tsp parsley (chopped); 2 tbsp green onions (chopped)

Hello Spring Collab + Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Dip

Smoked cheddar jalapeño bacon cheese dip is right on time for National Chips and Dip Day on March 23rd. Spring is also on the rise and quickly approaching. For me, that means binge watching March Madness, patiently waiting for the opening day of a new season of baseball, and finding more excuses to get out and spend time with friends.

Food is a major part of all of these events. While sitting on my couch watching this year’s Cinderella team make that buzzer beater shot to win the game, I am going to want good food and a tasty adult beverage at my fingertips.

The same goes for Opening Day and baseball games. NO ONE tailgates like Kansas City. We have it down to a science and our food spreads are always legit. If you are searching for a dish that isn’t cliche and will totally impress all of your friends, look no further. Oh, and go ROYALS!

Calories: 171 Fat: 12G Net Carbs: 3G Protein: 15G

In honor of spring and the amazing upcoming food holidays, I have included a collaboration of a few recipes from other bloggers below. Let’s start off spring with a bang!

Who says eating healthy has to be a death sentence? There are so many ways to enjoy chips and dip and still keep that waistline in tact. For a cheesy dip like this one, small adjustments go a long way. Whenever I want to lighten-up cheese and other dairy ingredients I go for reduced-fat options. I also substitute sour cream for Greek yogurt. This not only lowers the calorie and fat count, it boosts the protein. Greek yogurt is great for cooking. It also makes a great substitute for buttermilk and whipping cream.

Now onto BACON! Bacon gets such a bad rap, but it’s sooooo delicious! Traditional bacon is cured in a mixture of salt, water, and sodium nitrates to preserve. Uncured bacon uses natural nitrates found in celery powder or sea salt. My preference is to purchase nitrate-free. Nitrates have been linked to cancers in many studies. Trader Joe’s has an inexpensive option. The lack of nitrates does not take away the fats found in bacon. So there is a judgment call to be made. I prefer uncured bacon to turkey bacon because I enjoy the taste and a serving of bacon only has an additional gram of fat than turkey bacon. For me, the trade-off is not worth it.

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Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Dip

warm gooey jalapeno bacon cheddar dip with smoked cheddar, parmesan, cream cheese, white wine, and crunchy bacon

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 12

Calories 171 kcal

Ingredients

4 slices uncured bacon cooked and crumbled
8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
1/4 cup white wine
1-2 jalapeno peppers chopped
2 cups plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
1 tsp parsley chopped
2 tbsp green onions chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Spray a skillet with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
Add the jalapeños. Cook until soft.
Add the wine to the pan and stir.
Add the remaining ingredients (using only half of the bacon). Reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the cream cheese and shredded cheese have melted.
Spray a baking or casserole dish with cooking spray. Add the mixture to the dish.
Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon over the top.
Bake for 22-25 minutes until the cheese begins to bubble.
Cool before serving.

Definitely, check out these awesome spring recipes from a few fellow food bloggers.

Hello Spring Collab Recipes

March 20th National Ravioli Day

Biscuits & Savvy Spinach Ravioli with Ricotta Bacon Filling

March 25th National Waffle Day

My Forking Life Cinnabon Waffles

March 27th National World Whiskey Day

Taste of Kay Brown Girl Lemonade

March 30th National Turkey Neck Soup Day

LeShe Style Smoked Turkey Neck Soup

Smoked Cheddar Jalapeño Bacon Cheese Dip

Calories: 171 Fat: 12G Net Carbs: 3G Protein: 15G

smoked cheddar jalapeno bacon dip

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5 from 4 votes

Jalapeno Bacon Cheese Dip

warm gooey jalapeno bacon cheddar dip with smoked cheddar, parmesan, cream cheese, white wine, and crunchy bacon

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 12

Calories 171 kcal

Ingredients

4 slices uncured bacon cooked and crumbled
8 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
1 cup smoked cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup parmesan cheese shredded
1/4 cup white wine
1-2 jalapeno peppers chopped
2 cups plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
1 tsp parsley chopped
2 tbsp green onions chopped

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Spray a skillet with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
Add the jalapeños. Cook until soft.
Add the wine to the pan and stir.
Add the remaining ingredients (using only half of the bacon). Reduce the heat to medium. Cook until the cream cheese and shredded cheese have melted.
Spray a baking or casserole dish with cooking spray. Add the mixture to the dish.
Sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon over the top.
Bake for 22-25 minutes until the cheese begins to bubble.
Cool before serving.

Low-Carb Buffalo Chicken Dip

I am back at again with another great dish for Super Bowl Sunday, Skinny Low-Carb Buffalo Chicken Dip. This dip, like standard buffalo wings, is low in carbs and absolutely perfect for indulging. It’s super easy to make. I always use my slow-cooker for dishes with shredded chicken. I simply add seasoned chicken breasts to my slow cooker with chicken broth and let the slow-cooker do the work. The chicken is always very juicy and so easy to shred.

Calories: 120 Fat: 4.6G Net Carbs: 2.2G Protein: 16G

The slow-cooker makes this process so easy!

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low carb buffalo chicken dip

low carb buffalo chicken dip

skinny low carb buffalo chicken dip

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Low-Carb Buffalo Chicken Dip

skinny, low-carb dip with shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and gooey cheese

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Servings 10

Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (16oz)
4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup Frank's Red Hot Buffalo sauce
1 1/2 cups 2% reduced-fat cheddar cheese shredded
1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp green onions chopped (optional)
McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste

Instructions

Season the chicken breasts.
Add to a slow cooker with the chicken broth.
Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours. (You can also bake the chicken until the inside is no longer pink). The slow cooker is my preferred method for shredded chicken.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Once the chicken is complete, place the cream cheese in a small bowl and microwave for 20 seconds to soften.
Combine 1/2 cup shredded cheese, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and hot sauce in a medium-sized bowl and stir until fully combined.
Add the chicken. Season with salt and pepper.
Spray a baking pan with cooking spray.
Add the chicken mixture to the baking pan. Sprinkle the remaining cup of shredded cheese throughout.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.
Sprinkle with green onions.
Serve!

Recipe Notes

Instead of baking the mixture, you can return it to the slow cooker with the cheese sprinkled throughout. Heat until the cheese is bubbly.

Warm Crab Dip

This warm crab dip is to die for! With the Super Bowl approaching, I wanted to put together a few recipes and dips that are tasty and will not distract from healthy eating initiatives. Gatherings with friends and family are notorious for binge eating. I am VERY guilty of this. As a foodie, I look forward to these types of gatherings largely because of the food. If it is unrealistic for you to plan to only consume healthy foods during these times, I encourage you to seek out these recipes. The recipes provide the perfect balance. You can indulge in a couple of slices of pizza and pair it with savory, macro-friendly side dishes. I field questions a lot about how I manage being a foodie and maintaining my body type and shape. I cook delicious meals with amazing macros to help me stay snatched!

Calories: 120 Fat: 6G Carbs: 2G Protein: 13G

These are my favorite chips for dip. Great find at Trader Joe’s!

healthy warm crab dip

The cast iron skillet makes the cheese bubble. Delicious!

healthy warm crab dip

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Warm Crab Dip

bubbly, low-carb cheese dip with lump crab meat

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 10

Calories 120 kcal

Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

1/2 pound lump crab meat
4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
2 cups plain non-fat Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
1 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
1/4 cup green onions chopped
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Place the cream cheese in a small bowl. Microwave for 20-25 seconds to soften.
Combine the cream cheese and Greek yogurt in a medium-sized bowl. Mix well.
Add the remaining ingredients, with the exception of the cheese (reserve a tablespoon of green onions for the topping). Mix well.
Spray a cast iron skillet or casserole dish (small) with cooking spray.
Add the dip.
Top with the shredded cheese.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese has melted.
Sprinkle the remaining green onions throughout.
Serve!

Warm Spinach Dip with Garlic and Parmesan

The first time I made warm spinach dip with garlic and parmesan, I was hosting a girls night in at my place. This dish was one of a few items I prepared that if consumed in moderation is not bad for you. This dip was an instant success! Typically, it is fairly simple to slim down your favorite dish with a few substitutions. Here, I used reduced-fat ingredients: mayo, cream cheese, and sour cream. Those adjustments alone created amazing macros.

I created this dish to be an appetizer. The majority of the ingredients are low-carb (spinach, cheeses, and mayo). After reviewing the macros I realized this dip could make a great topping as well. I am thinking about preparing grilled salmon and topping it with a small portion of the dip. It should work perfectly since the dip is served warm! This is a great way to brighten up boring salmon dishes.

Calories: 106 Fat: 7.5G Net Carbs: 2.5G Protein: 7G
Weight Watchers Smart Points: 4

warm spinach dip with garlic and parmesan

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Warm Spinach Dip with Garlic and Parmesan

Warm spinach dip with garlic and parmesan that is savory with cream cheese, and mozzarella served warm

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 10

Calories 106 kcal

Ingredients

10 oz chopped frozen spinach, thawed
5 tablespoons light mayo
2-3 garlic cloves minced
1/4 cup Kraft Shredded Triple Cheddar with a Touch of Philadelphia Cream Cheese
1/4 cup light sour cream
1/4 cup light cream cheese
1/3 cup parmigiano reggiano shredded
1/4 cup green onion chopped
1/2 cup mozzarella part skim cheese, shredded
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Drain the excess water from the spinach.
Place the cream cheese in a small bowl and microwave for 20-25 seconds on high to soften.
Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl.
Place in a baking dish and bake 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Serve!

Garlic Avocado Aioli

This garlic avocado aioli makes the perfect dipping sauce. I love pretty much anything with avocado. Avocados are loaded with monounsaturated fat, the GOOD fats! Because of this, they are also high in calories. Do not let this deter you from eating avocado! They are a great source of GOOD FATS! I also love a good aioli sauce with fries, as a spread on a sandwich, with tacos etc. The avocado, garlic, and lemon provide immense flavor. I am always trying to cut corners and save time whenever I can. This recipe is easy to whip up in a few minutes using a blender. The blender gives the sauce a wonderful, creamy texture!

Calories: 60 Fat: 4G Net Carbs: 3G Protein: 2G

avocado garlic ailoi

healthy sweet potato fries

The aioli is paired with my Sweet Potato Fries recipe. Be sure to check this out! Avocado and sweet potatoes make a great combination!

Garlic Avocado Aioli

creamy garlic avocado aioli dipping sauce

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 1 minute

Total Time 6 minutes

Servings 6

Ingredients

1 medium avocado
1 tablespoon reduced-fat mayo
¼ cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves minced
1/3 lemon juice of
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Add the avocado, mayo, Greek yogurt, garlic and lemon juice to a blender.
Blend for 30-45 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
Season with salt and pepper.

Shrimp Scampi Dip

My shrimp scampi dip dip has become the go-to side dish I bring to family and friends’ functions. My friends repeatedly request it. It sounds like a weird combination, but goodness, it’s amazing. It is served warm and is packed with so much flavor. This is not a healthy dish by any means. It is designated in the “Treat Yourself” category for good reason. We all need to indulge from time to time. With Thanksgiving approaching, I thought this recipe would be perfect to share for a potential holiday appetizer.

You could definitely cut some fat by using reduced-fat mayo, cream cheese and shredded cheese here.

SPOILER ALERT: I have several friends who do not like mayo. They love this dip and have no idea it includes mayo. The wine and cheese really go to work in this recipe.

Shrimp Scampi Dip

Panko bread crumbs for extra crunch!

Shrimp Scampi Dip

creamy, savory shrimp scampi dip with a crunch

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 10

Ingredients

1 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
1 cup parmigiano reggiano grated
1 cup mozzarella grated
2 cups Kraft Triple Cheddar with a Touch of Philadelphia shredded
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup mayo
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup white wine
3 garlic cloves minced
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
McCormick's Grill Mates Montreal Chicken Seasoning and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Separate the shrimp into two groups, reserving 8-10 shrimp in a group for the topping.
Cut the remaining shrimp into small pieces.
Heat a skillet on medium-high heat. Add the shrimp, season, and cook until it just turns pink.
Remove the shrimp and store on a plate.
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.
Add the wine and lemon juice and simmer.
Add the cream cheese, mayo, sour cream, mozzarella, triple cheddar, and parmesan reggiano and stir until combined.
Add the red pepper flakes.
Add the cut shrimp back to the skillet.
Cook for 4-5 minutes until the cheeses are melted.
Add the mixture to a baking pan or casserole dish.
Top with the full sized shrimp.
Sprinkle the parsley and panko bread crumbs over the top.
Bake for 20 minutes until the dip bubbles.
Allow to cool before serving.

The Best Guacamole Recipe

The best guacamole recipe is quick and easy to make. I love gauc with chips, on tacos, nachos, and much more. Here’s a simple, yet tasty recipe.

Calories: 116 Fat: 9G Net Carbs: 5G Protein: 2G

I learned how to make guacamole during a girl’s trip to a lake house one summer. I’m so thankful for helpful girlfriends! I had always loved guac, but I had no clue how to make it on my own. I didn’t even know how to pick out and slice avocado. I have obviously come a long way! best guacamole recipe

best guacamole recipe

The Best Guacamole Recipe

The best guacamole recipe with delicious, ripe avocados, jalapeno, lime, cilantro, and tomatoes. Quick and easy to make.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Servings 10

Calories 116 kcal

Author Stay Snatched

Ingredients

4 medium avocados peeled
1/2 medium tomato sliced into small pieces
1 lime juice of
1 cup cilantro chopped
1/2 - 1 jalapeno chopped
1 cup red onion Chopped
kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Cut the avocados in half and then remove the pits.
Scoop out the avocado and place in a medium bowl.
Toss and coat with lime juice.
Add the salt and using a fork or potato masher, mash until completely smooth.
Fold in the remaining ingredients and mix well.
Taste the guacamole (over and over) and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Recipe Notes

Be sure to choose the appropriate avocado. It should feel soft, but somewhat firm. It shouldn't be overly soft if you were to squeeze. It should also be a nice dark green color.

Skinny Mango Guacamole

Skinny mango guacamole is the perfect dish for guacamole fans! In an effort to switch up traditional guac, I added mango to my normal recipe. The mango was a great addition! I am a Costco fanatic. I do a lot of my shopping there. I actually used frozen mango in this recipe. A large bag costs less than $10. I removed the mango serving from the bag and placed in a bowl to thaw at room temperature for about a half an hour before using.

Calories: 152 Fat: 11G Net Carbs: 9G Protein: 2G

skinny mango guacamole

Be sure to choose the appropriate avocado. It should feel soft, but somewhat firm. It shouldn’t be overly soft if you were to squeeze. It should also be a nice dark green color.

skinny mango guacamole

Mango Guacamole

skinny, healthy, lightened-up, traditional guacamole with delectable mango

Servings 4

Calories 152 kcal

Ingredients

1/4 cup tomatoes sliced into small pieces
1/2 jalapeno pepper chopped
1/3 cup cilantro chopped
1 cup mango sliced into small chunks
1/2 lime juice of
2 medium avocados peeled,
1/2 cup red onion chopped
Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Cut the avocado in half and then remove the pit.
Scoop out the avocados and place in a medium bowl.
Toss and coat with lime juice.
Add the salt and using a fork or potato masher, mash until completely smooth.
Fold in the remaining ingredients and mix well.
Taste the guacamole (over and over) and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Recipe Notes

Be sure to choose the appropriate avocado. It should feel soft, but somewhat firm. It shouldn't be overly soft if you were to squeeze. It should also be a nice dark green color.

Cilantro Lime Dressing

Macros:

Calories: 104 Fat: 9G Net Carbs: 3G Protein: 4G

I typically make my own salad dressing. A lot of brands are loaded with sugar. This is a good way to take charge of the ingredients. The prep is quick and easy. I paired this with my Fajita Steak Salad.

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