This easy Lightened Up Taco Dip has all of the flavor you love with a lot less of the fat and calories you don’t! Quick whip it up for your next game day party!
Another work week is coming to an end, which means we’re another week closer to the Super Bowl. Whether or not you’re excited for the game, you are sure to be excited about the food that appears that weekend.
Dips, wings, desserts, etc. will all be showcased that Sunday. Since so much calorie laden food makes its way to parties, why not bring something a little lighter? Like lightened up taco dip!
This lightened up taco dip doesn’t have the full fat sour cream, loads of cheese, and refried beans that other taco dips contain.
But don’t worry, there’s still loads of flavor! Reduced fat cream cheese and yogurt (or reduced fat sour cream if you want) keep it creamy.
Salsa, black beans, two types of peppers, a bit of cheese, and a smattering of diced avocado add the flavor of that you expect in a taco dip. You won’t even miss the extra fat.
Plus, you’ll feel better knowing that there is at least one option at the party that is somewhat healthy!
- 8 oz ⅓ of the fat cream cheese, softened
- ¾ C plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream
- 1 C salsa of your choice
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 2 C shredded lettuce
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ C red and green peppers, diced
- ½ C black beans
- ½ C reduced fat shredded cheese (I used a blend of mozzarella and cheddar)
- 1 avocado, diced
- ⅓ C crushed tortilla chips
- Mix with a blender or by hand the cream cheese, yogurt/sour cream, salsa, and taco seasoning until well-combined.
- Spread in the bottom of medium-sized dish, such as a 9x9 or 9 inch pie plate.
- Top with lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, black beans, and cheese. (Keep refrigerated if preparing ahead of time.) Garnish with avocados and crushed tortilla chips right before serving.
jessica@stuckonsweet says
What a gorgeous and flavorful dip! I love that it’s light too so we can eat more of it! Yeah!
Michele @ Flavor Mosaic says
I was looking for a lightened up 7 layer dip and this is perfect! It looks awesome! Pinning to try later!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
Taco dip is a game day staple and I am lovin’ that yours is lightened up, without sacrificing flavour and creaminess! Perfect dip lady!
Cate O'Malley says
Looks like perfect Superbowl food!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
That looks awesome! I love using Greek yogurt in place of things to lighten up a dish. Looks like the ultimate taco dip. 🙂 Pinned!
Tieghan Gerard says
Yum! This look so good and perfect for the Superbowl!
Sheila says
Lightened up is good 😉 I could eat the whole dish of this right nowWAh!
Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says
This looks great! Seems like a dip my family would love too!!!
Angie says
This is one of my must makes for superbowl, and I love that you have lightened it up, great idea!
RavieNomNoms says
Nice work! I am supposed to make a taco dip for a Superbowl party and I wanted to make something lightened up!
Jen of My Tiny Oven says
I love Taco Dip! This looks perfect!!
Emily @ Life on Food says
I was going to make some this week. My recipe doesn’t have cream cheese. I may have to switch things up a bit. It looks marvelous. I can eat a whole dish of this stuff myself.
Jess @ On Sugar Mountain says
I almost don’t even believe you that this is light! It looks so creamy and decadent. Adding this to the Game Day Munchies Table for sure. 😀
Ashley says
I love this! Dips are such a weakness of mine when it comes to super bowl food – I could definitely use a lightened up version!
Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says
I’ve been craving dip all day for some reason and I just love taco dip! Have a great weekend, Jessica!
Chelsea @chelseasmessyapron says
Love this idea! I love taco dip and this one looks (and sounds) totally delicious!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says
I love this dip! And, I love the fact you lightened it up too! Adding this to my Superbowl appetizer list. Pinned!
Eat good 4 life says
I love how chunky this dip looks with the avocados 🙂 This would be perfect for super bowl Sunday. I am sure my family would love it. My husband is a big football fan, as he used to play for college so he is really looking forward to next weekend.
Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says
This sounds delicious and I would definitely prefer this over the”regular” version!
Caroline Taylor says
I love the sound of this, perfect for January when light food is our friend!
Sarah K. @ The Pajama Chef says
i love taco dip! this light version sounds wonderful 🙂
Jess says
This looks delicious! I really want to try it! 🙂
Claire Gallam says
Skinny taco dip? Oh my word I absolutely need this!
Stephanie says
Dips like this are totally my weakness. I know if there is a taco dip at the party I’m going to eat a *ton* of it. Love the idea of a lightened version. Pinned it for later!
Joanne says
Yay for a taco dip that won’t make me feel gross the next day! I love your substitutions in this to make it healthier!
Julie says
I LOVE a good taco dip, and love that you found a way to lighten it up!
Steph says
This looks Devine! I just found your blog and will be back for sure;)