Skinny Strawberry Mojito Fruit Dip! Stay bikini-ready while you enjoy this light & luscious fruit dip that has the flavors of a fresh summer cocktail!
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by California Giant Berry Farms as part of an ongoing partnership. As always, all opinions here are my own.
SUMMER IS HEEEEERE!
I say that in solidarity with all of you out there who 1. Have school-aged children who you won't have to worry about dragging out of bed in the early morning hours for the next few months, 2. Are a teacher and will not have to drag yourself out of bed in the early morning hours for the next few months, and 3. Live in a region where people get excited about temps rising.
I, on the other hand, 1. Am with my toddler 24/7 and have daily 6-6:30am wake-ups regardless of the time of year, 2. Am no longer a teacher and most definitely do not have the summer "off" and 3. Live in Florida where we only have two seasons {hot and ridiculously hot} and am worried that I will need to get a Kevlar rash guard for my kid if it gets any hotter out.
But, just the same, I will celebrate with you because summertime brings to mind all the happy things: Popsicles, swimming pools, umbrella drinks, vacations, suntans, and bathing suits.
::: Record Scratch :::
Oh yeah... bathing suits.
Did you forget about that little detail? It might be a good time to forgo the grilled cheese sandwiches and replace the ice cream sundae with something a little lighter. {But let's just keep those recipes in our back pockets for a rainy day, ok?}
What you won't want to do is pass up all sweet indulgences just to avoid some of those bulg[enc]es. {I'm sorry, I couldn't help myself.} It's all about moderation, I say, and fruit dips like this Skinny Strawberry Mojito Dip allow for taming a sweet tooth without busting a bathing suit strap, if you know what I mean.
Fruit dips, though they sound innocent enough, can contain a lot of sugar and calories that you might as well consume while enjoying your favorite splurge treats. In this fruit dip, a few simple swaps like non-fat Greek yogurt and ⅓ less fat cream cheese lighten things up without sacrificing too much of the yum-factor. The fresh flavors of California Giant Strawberries, mint and lime make it a refreshing dip to drizzle or dunk over {more!} berries and other tropical fruit. {You can also add a splash of rum for the adult crowd, if you choose!}
Since California Giant berries are enormous, they're also super satisfying and eye-catching as a centerpiece on any summer fruit plate!
If you like the idea of "Skinny Dipping" your hunger away this summer, head over to Cal Giant's Skinny Dips Sweepstakes where you can enter to win an amazing getaway for 2 to a Sandals Beach Resort of your choosing AND download a free e-book of 13 better-for-you "Skinny Dips! {Some created by yours truly!} Plus, two lucky secondary prize winners will win a $500 Visa Gift Card and four third prize winners will receive a $250 Visa Gift Card!
And guess what? Readers of The Kitchen Prep have an extra chance to win an additional $500! {Um, summer vacay spending money, anyone?}
With lightened up recipes like this one, you'll be ready to splash into summer without any hesitation!
Skinny Strawberry Mojito Fruit Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced California Giant strawberries
- 1 {5.3 ounce} cup of plain 0% Greek yogurt
- 4 ounces reduced fat cream cheese*
- 4-5 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey**
- Juice and zest of 1 small lime
- {Optional} 1 tablespoon white rum***
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Process until smooth.
- Pour into a serving dish and refrigerate for 1-3 hours to allow flavors to marry. {This will also let it set up a bit so it's not as runny.}
- Serve with fresh fruit for dipping!
Notes
**Sweeten to taste depending on the sweetness of the berries.
***Rum adds a more traditional mojito flavor, but can also make the dip runnier. Proceed with caution! 🙂
This dip is perfect for summer! What an awesome giveaway!
Thanks, Katie! Yes, the getaway sounds like a dream... a great escape for, say, a mom who has been potty training her toddler. Haha! ?