Save A vibrant, nutritious snack featuring crisp bell pepper strips arranged around a bowl of tangy, herbed Greek yogurt dip — perfect for parties or a quick healthy bite.
This dip has become a favorite at my gatherings because it is both refreshing and simple to make.
Ingredients
- Red bell pepper: 1 large, seeded and sliced into strips
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 large, seeded and sliced into strips
- Green bell pepper: 1 large, seeded and sliced into strips
- Greek yogurt: 1 cup (240 g) plain
- Fresh chives: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley: 1 tablespoon, finely chopped
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic clove: 1 small, finely minced
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Freshly ground black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Extra-virgin olive oil: 1 tablespoon optional, for richness
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry the bell peppers. Remove the stems and seeds then slice into even strips.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the bell pepper strips radiating out from the center of a large serving platter, leaving space in the middle for the dip bowl.
- Step 3:
- In a medium bowl combine Greek yogurt chives parsley lemon juice minced garlic salt and pepper. Stir well to blend. For a smoother dip add olive oil and mix until creamy.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl and place it in the center of the platter.
- Step 5:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save My family loves grabbing the pepper strips during weekend movie nights making it a fun and healthy tradition.
Required Tools
Chefs knife cutting board mixing bowl small serving bowl large serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt). For dairy allergies use a plant-based yogurt alternative. Always check ingredient labels if unsure.
Nutritional Information
Calories 90 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 12 g Protein 5 g per serving
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This snack is perfect for quick healthy bites or entertaining guests with minimal effort.
Your Questions Answered
- → What is the best way to slice bell peppers for this dish?
Remove stems and seeds, then slice the peppers into even strips for easy dipping and an attractive presentation.
- → Can I adjust the dip's flavor to be spicier?
Yes, adding a pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper into the yogurt dip gives it a mild spicy kick.
- → Is there a way to make the dip creamier?
Stirring in a tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil enhances the dip’s richness and smoothness.
- → Are there alternatives for Greek yogurt in this dip?
Plant-based or dairy-free yogurts can be substituted to accommodate dietary preferences while maintaining creaminess.
- → How should I serve the bell peppers and dip for gatherings?
Arrange the pepper strips around a bowl of dip on a large platter for an inviting and easy-to-share snack.