Summertime is here and I am sure your gardens are starting to burst with veggies. An important part of gardening is not only knowing how to grow all of the amazing fruits and veggies, but also what to do with them once it is time to harvest.
This creation is my new favorite veggie dip. Perfect for dipping or also serving in a crudité platter at your next dinner party. I also love to drizzle it on some fresh greens as a salad dressing. I love that I can make it from various ingredients from my garden and it is not loaded with sugar like many of the commercial dressings. Enjoy!
Cool Avocado Veggie Dip
1 cup plain Greek Yogurt (I use my raw yogurt from the local dairy)
3/4 cup ripe avocado ( feel free to use leftover guacamole for an extra kick)
1 clove of garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon chopped chives
salt and pepper to taste
-Mix all ingredients in a food processer and combine until smooth
-Store in fridge for up to one week
***You could spice up this dip by adding some chopped green chilies and tobasco to the mix
I have a small container herb garden right outside of my kitchen and the fresh cilantro makes this dip taste like summer. I also made a salad yesterday for lunch with greens from the garden, grilled chicken, and a drizzle of this dressing. A delicious, light lunch.
My two favorite cookbooks loaded with amazing ideas for cooking your harvest are:
Tender by: Nigel Slater
The Kitchen Gardener's Handbook by: Jennifer Bartley
These books are beautiful, well written and full of inspiration. In my opinion, they are must have cookbooks for your collection.
As always, thanks again for stopping by Throwback Road and have a wonderful day!
What is your favorite recipe for the veggies in your garden?
look delish! i love greek yogurt, avocado, and veggies! i pinned it! :)
ReplyDeleteThis looks very tasty! I love to make a gazpacho; helps use up so many good veggies.
ReplyDeleteI love your site! Such wonderful photos and good ideas. Your garden plan has inspired to to try one next year! We have not lived in our house long and right now I am working on the flower beds, among other things! We just joined a CSA, so I have been trying new veggie recipes. I will try this and I think it will top the list of favorites.
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