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43 January 20, 2015 Appetizers

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! 

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{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! #appetizer #caramelizedonion #dip #glutenfree

It is a rude awakening when you realize there are no more days lounging beach side, a diet filled with guacamole and tortilla chips, and endless margaritas to thirst my quench. While Mexico last week was glorious with some much needed R&R, it is wonderful to get back to my routine.

I am creature of habit and sometimes vacations can really test my ability to relax!

Such a tough life. I know.

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! #appetizer #caramelizedonion #dip #glutenfree

When we woke up on Saturday morning in the wee hours, we were all sporting our brightly colored garments, only hoping to toss our heavy coats aside in about 12 hours once our plane landed in warm and sunny, Huatulco, Mexico. Well apparently the universe had other plans.  Just as I told a friend that my hubby and I had never had issues traveling, our plane that just started to back up, headed back into our gate. No, this is not right! Over the intercom, the stewdardess said there was a ‘demonstration’ going on in Huatulco’s airport.

Um, what?

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! #appetizer #caramelizedonion #dip #glutenfree

Apparently ‘demonstration’ is code for teacher strike and the start of next 24 hours of traveling disaster.  Our dreams of sipping margaritas with my feet in the sand that afternoon started to slip through our fingers in a hot minute when they announced our flight was cancelled.

The next few hours, we scrambled to find another flight, a hotel room to perch up for the night and then a bar to drink our sorrows away.  Despite not arriving in Mexico, we ordered a round of margaritas, salty tortilla chips, the start of our love affair with guacamole and pico de gallo.

Over the next seven days, my diet was filled with copious amounts of guacamole with a far too many visits with of my friend Jose.  But when in Mexico!

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! #appetizer #caramelizedonion #dip #glutenfree

After a week of soaking up the sun and some much needed family time, I feel rather rejuvenated but finding it harder to get back into work mode than I thought. That whole ‘you will come back ready to knock it!’ is not exactly true…rather than hitting the pave running, I am more like dipping my toe into the pool to test out the waters. Don’t want to shock my body here or anything.

Upon returning to the normal life without endless sugary frozen drinks, all I can concentrate on is the big game coming up! Yesterday, I made you some Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Potato Skins with Honey Blue Cheese Sauce as they are healthier so you won’t feel guilty when you eat one too many. And today’s dip is no different. With a base of greek yogurt and only a minimal amount of cream cheese, there is zero guilt here!

What is it about caramelized onion that makes me swoon? They are like diamonds. You can never have enough. Their slightly sweet flavor pairs perfectly with the spicy pepperjack cheese that is piled on top and then melted. This dip is perfect for the big game coming up as you can prep the filling ahead of time, then when ready to devour, just pile on the cheese and broil until all melty and bubbly.

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base! #appetizer #caramelizedonion #dip #glutenfree

A tip…serve with roasted root vegetable chips. I mean veggies + greek yogurt is a healthy snack if you were to ask me.

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base!

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip

{Greek Yogurt} Pepperjack & Caramelized Onion Dip is an upgrade to the classic dip with spicy pepperjack cheese and made skinny with a greek yogurt base!

5 minPrep Time

45 minCook Time

50 minTotal Time

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Megan

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Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 large yellow onions, very thinly sliced
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 2 cups plain greek yogurt
  • 4 ounces low fat cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup low fat pepperjack cheese
  • To serve, vegetable chips

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the sliced onions, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt and pepper. Sauté for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until onions are soft.
  2. Reduce heat to medium low and sauté for 25 minutes minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are brown and caramelized.
  3. Meanwhile, stir together the greek yogurt and the cream cheese. Mix until smooth. Add the onions once cooked.
  4. Add to a small oven safe baking dish (an 8x8 or small ceramic dish is perfect), then sprinkle with pepperjack cheese.
  5. Place under broil for 5 – 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve immediately with vegetable chips.
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If you make this recipe, make sure to snap a photo and hashtag it #HOUSEWIFEINTRAININGFILES. I’d love to see what you are cooking up in your kitchen!

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Comments

  1. Beth says

    January 20, 2015 at 6:29 am

    I can't stop looking at the picture of the melted cheese on top, nom nom nom!!!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 7:08 am

      Its SO tasty! Thanks lady!
      Reply
  2. Ginny McMeans says

    January 20, 2015 at 7:16 am

    It sounds like you took your plane cancellation really well. I think I would have started crying. A margarita for sure! Your dip looks amazing and it will be a hit! Love love love caramelized onions.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 7:18 am

      Aren't they delicious?! Andddd I think I left the story pretty high level...we were all really upset and some not so nice words may have been said! But the margaritas helped :)
      Reply
  3. Amy @ A Healthy Life For Me says

    January 20, 2015 at 7:33 am

    Oh lordy does this look good! Love the carmalized onion and cheesy top!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 9:30 am

      They are pretty tasty together! Thanks Amy!
      Reply
  4. Anna | ANNAdventure says

    January 20, 2015 at 8:58 am

    Oh my... this look amazing!!! Must try!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 9:30 am

      I hope you do and enjoy! Thanks Anna!
      Reply
  5. Kelley says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:02 am

    I always say, I need a vacation from my vacation whenever we get back home. I totally get ya! Ps.. such an amazing looking dip!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 11:28 am

      Oh ain't that the truth! And Thank you Kelley!
      Reply
  6. Sheena @ Hot Eats and Cool Reads says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:18 am

    This sounds like a fantastic recipe!! So great for game day!! Yum!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 11:28 am

      I like the way you think! Thanks Sheena!
      Reply
  7. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:52 am

    Well aside from the disastrous start to the trip the rest of it sounds amazing, especially soaking up the sun (I desperately need some color)! This dip is so perfect and using Greek yogurt to lighten dips up is my favorite!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 11:27 am

      It was definintely a great trip besides a rocky start! And the sun was glorious. I am going to be sad when my tan fades! But the dip is pretty addiciting and I don't feel bad when I eat too much ;)
      Reply
  8. Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    January 20, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    I'm glad you finally got there! Airports are miserable and even more if your stuck there before you head to the beach! Totally loving this dip girl and great idea on the vegetable chips, need to start doing that! Pinned
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      Thanks girlfriend! I hope you do try it. It's pretty yummy!
      Reply
  9. Alise - The Ranch Kitchen says

    January 20, 2015 at 2:50 pm

    Love anything with yogurt and especially Greek! This looks amazing and can't wait to try it!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 20, 2015 at 3:04 pm

      I am with ya there! I am have a greek yogurt obsession!! Thanks Alise!
      Reply
  10. MaryAnn says

    January 20, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    What can I sub for the greek yogurt? Maybe sour cream? Not a yogurt fan but the dip looks amazing. Thanks!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 6:57 am

      Hi MaryAnn, greek yogurt and sour cream have the same flavor profile so you can sub it but it won't have the healthy spin on it. Enjoy!
      Reply
  11. Erin@WellPlated says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    EEK! What a nightmare. Sounds like you made up for lost time though! Luuuuving this dip. Caramelized onion any/everything please!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 6:57 am

      We most definitely did! And caramelized onions for life :)
      Reply
  12. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    January 20, 2015 at 11:18 pm

    Omg the cheese on top is giving me LIFE. Also totally love root chips, what a great idea to combine with this!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 6:58 am

      Aren't root chips AH-MAZING?! Thanks Medha!
      Reply
  13. Sherri @ The Well Floured Kitchen says

    January 21, 2015 at 6:52 am

    It is so hard to get back to business after vacation. It sounds like you had a great time after the rough start. This looks amazing, all that melty cheese is perfect. Yum!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 7:01 am

      It is sooo much harder than I thought! Thanks Sherri!
      Reply
  14. [email protected] says

    January 21, 2015 at 7:02 am

    Omg! Talk about the perfect football snack! This so has to happen.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 10:00 am

      I want to join your football party then! Thanks Tori!
      Reply
  15. Katie says

    January 21, 2015 at 9:22 am

    I've been thinking about things to make for the Super Bowl, welll I'm throwing everything else out the window and making this and not sharing! What a fantastic idea and your pictures are drool worthy!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 21, 2015 at 9:58 am

      I am with ya! I wouldn't share either! Thanks Katie!
      Reply
  16. Jessica @ Stuck On Sweet says

    January 21, 2015 at 1:50 pm

    So sorry your flight got cancelled but glad you were able to make it and enjoy the sunny weather! I am loving this skinny version of cheese and onion dip - yum!!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 22, 2015 at 6:39 am

      Oh thank you Jessica! It was much needed!
      Reply
  17. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    January 21, 2015 at 3:02 pm

    I'm no good a relaxing. It actually makes me anxious. Weird, I know. I'm going to dream about this dip every night until I make it. Pinned.
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 22, 2015 at 6:39 am

      Oh same boat!! So glad I am not alone ;)
      Reply
  18. Jenn @ Deliciously Sprinkled says

    January 21, 2015 at 7:06 pm

    OMG, seriously I want to eat this whole bowl of dip! LOL It looks delicious, I might have to make this dip for the superbowl party we are going to! YUM! :)
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 22, 2015 at 6:39 am

      I may or may not have done that....! I hope you do. You'll love it!
      Reply
  19. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    January 22, 2015 at 2:21 am

    What a perfect game day appetizer! And a healthy twist?! I'm in! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 22, 2015 at 6:38 am

      Healthier so we can only have more! Thanks Mariah!
      Reply
  20. Jaren (Diary of a Recipe Collector) says

    January 22, 2015 at 9:17 am

    That dip has everything I love in it! I must make this! Glad you had a good vacation even though it started out a little rough!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      January 22, 2015 at 12:13 pm

      I hope you do make it! Its pretty tasty! Thanks Jaren...it was a much needed vacay!
      Reply
  21. Bella Hardy says

    May 9, 2018 at 2:16 am

    Gorgeous photos and amazing looking greek yogurt pepperjack caramelized onion dip! I am obsessed with healthy food! I'll definitely try it! Thanks a lot for sharing!
    Reply
    • Meg says

      May 10, 2018 at 7:53 am

      Why thank you! Hope you enjoy :)
      Reply

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