I’m a big fan of dips. Appetizers in general are kind of my thing. I think that’s part of the reason I love the Super Bowl. It’s definitely not the football. But put me at a party with a spread of appetizers and great commercials? You’ll never get me to leave.
Mexican layer dip is one of my favorites because of all of the different flavors. When you get a scoop with each of the layers on your chip it’s a perfect bite. What I don’t love? The amount of calories in that little bite. Refried beans, sour cream, cheese—it adds up! So I set out to make a lighter version of this favorite football food and I think I was pretty successful.
A Lighter Mexican Layer Dip
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: n/a
Keywords: appetizer Super Bowl Mexican
Ingredients (serves 8-10)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced chilies, drained
- 1 1/2 cups 0% Chobani Greek Yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 avocados
- a large bunch of cilantro, minced and divided
- 4 limes, juiced and divided
- 2 Tablespoons of a minced jalapeno, seeds and ribs removed
- 10 ounces frozen corn, cooked according to packaging and slightly cooled
- 1/2 small red onion, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup freshly shredded colby jack cheese
- 2 green onions, white and green parts, sliced
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
Combine the black beans, green chilies, salt and pepper in a food processor.
Process until smooth then spread in the bottom of a serving dish. Clean the food processor, you’ll need it again shortly.
In a bowl, stir together the Chobani and taco seasoning until well combined.
Spread on top of the of the black bean layer.
Add 2 avocados, a large handful of cilantro, the jalapeno, the juice of two limes and salt to the food processor.
Process until only slightly chunky, scraping down the bowl once or twice. Spread on top of the Greek yogurt layer.
In a bowl, combine the corn, minced red onion, 3 Tablespoons of minced cilantro, olive oil, the juice of two limes and a generous amount of salt {start with a small amount, taste, then adjust}. Spread on top of the avocado layer.
Dice the tomatoes and add on top of the corn salsa.
Shred the cheese and slice the scallions.
Add the last two layers.
Serve with tortilla chips.
I made a smaller version at the same time in a martini glass to show all of the {7!} layers. This would be a fun way to serve individual appetizers.
Substituting black beans for refried beans, nonfat Greek yogurt for sour cream and cutting down on the amount of cheese really makes a difference in nutritional value. But you’d never know from the flavor!
My husband loved it—a sure sign of a good dish.
Enjoy!
GO PATS!!!!




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This looks delicious! I make a basic chip dip, but I need to try this black bean and corn salsa combo. Maybe I'll try it out for next week's football get together. GO PATS!
Let me know how it turns out if you do!
Definitely can't deny you as my daughter, I LOVE APPETIZERS, I know you love the commercials too. I was going to suggest you try using yogurt instead of sour cream. I substitute it and you can't tell the difference. Love the martini glass idea.
Lisa, this looks tasty- and is perfect for football playoff season! Loving the presentation in the single serve glass, how adorable and party perfect. We've pinned this onto our "Chobaniac Creations" Pinterest board, mm! Please feel free to email me if ya ever need a fresh supply of CHO!
Thanks so much, Laura, I appreciate it!
i have been on a big mexican kick lately! This is a nice healthy alternative, thanks!
Oh yumm! I am all over this dish!!!!
This looks AMAZING. I love that you put it in a martini glass to show the layers. I'm definitely making this for the super bowl!
Great! Let me know what you think!