RECIPES/MEALS

INGREDIENT LIST

2 fresh ripe apricots, halved, pitted, minced
1 Serrano chili, halved, seeded, minced
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint leaves
1 cup goat cheese, soft variety
3/4 cup whole milk yogurt
2 tablespoons sliced toasted almonds

APRICOT GOAT CHEESE DIP

Makes 2 cups

Creamy, tangy, slightly sweet, and healthy, this lush dip is deluxe enough to eat with a spoon. Fresh apricots, warm Serrano, and uplifting mint become a dreamy blend with the earthy-flavored goat cheese. Cream cheese can be substituted if goat cheese is not available.

Place apricots, Serrano, mint, goat cheese, and yogurt in a blender or food processor. Blend until ingredients are incorporated and small bits of apricot and chili are visible. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with sliced toasted almonds. Serve with wholegrain cocktail toasts, skewers of olives, or crudités.

Nutritional analysis (per 2 tablespoon)s: 55 calories, 32 calories from fat, 4g fat, 8mg cholesterol, 1g carbs, less than 1g fiber, 29g protein, 62mg sodium, 39mg calcium, less than 1mg iron