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Lightened up 7 layer dip

Seven layer dip is an ideal snack or appetizer to serve when you've got people coming over. Packed with beans, cheese, tomatoes, sour cream and guacamole, there's something for everyone to love in this dip! This recipe for lightened up 7 layer dip replaces sour cream with hummus to cut down on the calories, as well as reduced fat refried beans and cheese for a diet-friendly version. Luckily this recipe doesn't cut down on flavor, and we know this dip will be a success at your next get-together, especially when you decorate it like an American flag!


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INGREDIENTS

  • 5 Potatoes
  • 1.5 Cup shredded zucchini
  • 3/4 Cup shredded cheese
  • 3/ Cup milk
  • 1/3 Cup coriander, chopped
  • 1/3 Cup basil, chopped
  • Parmesan, to sprinkle
  • Salt and pepper, to season

METHOD

  1. Chop the potatoes in half, boil until very tender and drain.
  2. In a bowl, combine the potatoes and zucchini. Add the grated cheese, milk, coriander, basil, salt and pepper, and mix thoroughly. 
  3. On a baking tray, spoon out the zucchini-potato mixture and form into balls. 
  4. Sprinkle with Parmesan and grated cheese, and bake at 350°F for 15 minutes.
  5. When golden, remove from oven... and enjoy!