This reinterpretation of an old favorite marries cream cheese and nonfat yogurt with avocados and green chile salsa for creamy texture and zesty flavor. Serve with tortilla chips or crostini (small slices of toasted bread).
Details
Ingredients
- 1 package (8 Ounces) Real California cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (16 Ounces) Real California nonfat plain yogurt, drained
- 4 whole ripe medium avocados peeled, seeded and mashed
- 1 cup salsa verde (green chile salsa)
- 2-3 teaspoons lemon or lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
In a food processor or a medium mixing bowl using an electric mixer, mix cream cheese and yogurt until smooth. Add mashed avocados, salsa and 2 teaspoons juice to cream cheese mixture and combine well. Season to taste with salt and additional lemon or lime juice.
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