Crunchy Low Fat Onion Dip

Elevate your snack game with this irresistibly creamy yet light *Crunchy Low Fat Onion Dip*! Perfectly blending the caramelized sweetness of sautéed yellow onions with the tangy richness of low-fat Greek yogurt and reduced-fat mayonnaise, this healthier dip doesn’t skimp on flavor. A medley of garlic and onion powder, fresh green onions, and a crisp topping of fried or air-fried onions add layers of texture and taste, while keeping it guilt-free. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for parties, game day, or a wholesome snack. Serve it chilled alongside fresh vegetables, whole-grain crackers, or baked chips for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s as healthy as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 2 stalks green onions (scallions)
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup crunchy topping (crispy fried onions or air-fried onions)

Directions

Step 1

1. Peel and finely dice the yellow onion.

Step 2

2. Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft and caramelized. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 3

3. In a small mixing bowl, combine the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and reduced-fat mayonnaise. Mix well.

Step 4

4. Add the caramelized onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt-mayonnaise mixture. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 5

5. Chop the green onions finely and fold them into the dip for added freshness and flavor.

Step 6

6. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and top it with the crunchy topping, such as crispy fried onions or air-fried onions, just before serving.

Step 7

7. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve with fresh vegetable sticks, whole-grain crackers, or baked chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(470.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	650.2

Total Fat 43.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 44.2mg	0%
Sodium 1282.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 37.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.7g
Protein 27.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 331.6mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 615.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.4%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 22.8%