PSJ Healthstyle Habits ~March 24, 2015

7 Layer Dip

Makes: 20 servings

Serving Size: 1/2 cup

Preparation Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

1 container (8 oz.) plain, nonfat Greek yogurt

1 Tbsp. finely minced fresh cilantro

1 tsp. hot chili powder

1/2 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 tsp. oregano flakes

2 med. avocados, peeled, pitted, and mashed

1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice

3 cups fresh shredded spinach

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and mashed coarsely with a potato masher

1 cup chunky salsa, as mild or spicy hot as you prefer

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

2 fresh Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced

2      minced green onions

10 black olives, pitted and diced

Directions:

In a small bowl, combine yogurt, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, and oregano; set aside.

In another small bowl, combine the mashed avocado and fresh lemon juice; set aside.

Place the spinach in a clear serving bowl, such as a trifle dish. 

Spoon the black beans on the spinach. 

Use a spatula to spread the yogurt mixture over the beans. 

Spread the avocado mixture over the yogurt. 

Spoon the salsa over the avocado mixture. 

Sprinkle the cheese and top with a layer each of plum tomatoes, green onions, and olives. 

Serve with a selection of raw vegetables (sliced carrots, cucumbers, celery, zucchini, bell peppers, broccoli) or baked multigrain chips.