Roasted Garlic Dip

This Roasted Garlic Dip is a creamy, flavorful blend that elevates any appetizer spread with its rich taste and healthy ingredients. Perfect for dipping fresh veggies or spreading on whole-grain crackers, it's both satisfying and guilt-free.

Ingredients

• Garlic - 1 bulb
• Greek yogurt - 120 grams
• Cream cheese - 30 grams, softened
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Cut the top off the bulb of garlic to expose the cloves and drizzle with olive oil.
3. Wrap the garlic bulb in aluminum foil and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes until soft and fragrant.
4. Once roasted, let the garlic cool slightly, then squeeze out the softened cloves into a mixing bowl.
5. Add Greek yogurt, softened cream cheese, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
6. Using a fork or a hand mixer, blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
7. Stir in the chopped parsley, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
8. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and enjoy with fresh vegetables or whole-grain crackers.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 220 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from roasted garlic, which may support heart health.
• High in protein and probiotics from Greek yogurt, promoting gut health.

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