This
Cajun
Dip
&
Dressing
is
a
quick
and
healthy
alternative
to
traditional
spicy
mayo.
By
using
non-fat
Greek
yogurt
as
the
base,
you
cut
down
on
calories
and
fat
while
still
enjoying
the
rich,
bold
flavors
of
Cajun
seasoning.
I
love
to
pair
it
with
sweet
potato
fries,
or
as
a
zesty
dressing
for
sandwiches,
like
a
Blackened
Tilapia
Sandwich.
Ready
in
just
minutes,
it’s
a
guilt-free
way
to
spice
up
your
meals!
Cajun
Dip
&
Dressing
This
Cajun
Dip
&
Dressing
is
a
quick
and
healthy
alternative
to
traditional
spicy
mayo.
By
using
non-fat
Greek
yogurt
as
the
base,
you
cut
down
on
calories
and
fat
while
still
enjoying
the
rich,
bold
flavors
of
Cajun
seasoning.
Prep
Time
5
minutes
-
1
cup
non-fat
Greek
yogurt -
1
tablespoon
Cajun
seasoning
homemade
or
no-salt
added
store-bought) -
1
teaspoon
garlic
powder
-
Prepare
Ingredients:Gather
all
your
ingredients.
Measure
the
non-fat
Greek
yogurt,
Cajun
seasoning,
and
garlic
powder. -
Mix
Ingredients:In
a
mixing
bowl,
combine
the
Greek
yogurt,
Cajun
seasoning,
and
garlic
powder.
Stir
well
until
fully
blended
and
smooth.
For
a
thicker
consistency,
you
can
drain
the
Greek
yogurt
using
a
cheesecloth
or
paper
towel
to
remove
excess
moisture. -
Serve:Use
the
dip
immediately
or
refrigerate
it
for
later.
It’s
great
paired
with
crispy
sweet
potato
fries
or
as
a
dressing
on
sandwiches. -
Store:Place
any
leftover
dip
in
an
airtight
container
and
refrigerate.
It
will
stay
fresh
for
up
to
3
days.
Adjust
the
Heat
Level:
If
you
prefer
a
milder
dip,
reduce
the
Cajun
seasoning
or
swap
out
the
cayenne
for
a
mild
chili
powder.
For
extra
heat,
add
red
pepper
flakes
or
more
cayenne.
Make
it
Even
Healthier:
Swap
out
part
of
the
Greek
yogurt
for
light
mayo
for
a
slightly
richer
texture
with
fewer
calories
than
traditional
mayo.
Flavor
Development:
The
flavors
deepen
as
the
dip
sits
in
the
fridge,
so
feel
free
to
prepare
it
in
advance
for
even
tastier
results.
If
you
prefer
to
make
your
own
Cajun
seasoning,
mix
paprika,
garlic
powder,
onion
powder,
cayenne
pepper,
dried
oregano,
and
thyme.
Nutritional
Information
(Per
Serving)
|
Nutrient |
Amount per Serving |
| Calories |
40 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 5g |
| Protein | 6g |
| Fat | 0g |
How
to
Customize
the
Cajun
Dip
to
Fit
Your
Taste
One
of
the
best
things
about
making
your
own
Cajun
dip
dressing
is
that
you
can
tweak
it
to
fit
your
personal
taste.
Maybe
you’re
not
a
huge
fan
of
spicy
food—that’s
okay!
You
can
dial
down
the
heat
by
using
less
cayenne
or
omitting
the
hot
sauce.
If
you
love
bold
flavors,
feel
free
to
throw
in
extra
garlic
or
smoked
paprika.
It’s
all
about
finding
what
works
for
you.
You
may
also
like Healthy
Garlic
Mashed
Potatoes
Recipe
Dressing
tips
| Tip | Details |
|---|---|
|
Adjust the Heat Level |
For a milder version, reduce cayenne and hot sauce or use mild chili powder. For spicier, add more cayenne or red pepper flakes. |
|
You Can Make it Healthier |
Replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt or a mix of light mayo and yogurt for a healthier, lighter option. |
|
Storing the Dressing |
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Flavors improve the next day. |
What
to
Pair
Cajun
Dip
Dressing
With?
to
Pair
Cajun
Dip
Dressing
With
What
to
Pair
Cajun
Dip
Dressing
With?
This sauce
makes
everything
better.
Here
are
some
ideas
for
what
to
serve
it
with:
In
Summary
This
Cajun
Dip
is
a
flavorful
and
healthy
alternative
to
traditional
mayo-based
dips.
Its
quick
preparation,
combined
with
the
rich,
spicy
kick
of
Cajun
seasoning,
makes
it
a
versatile
addition
to
any
meal.
Whether
you’re
using
it
as
a
dip
for
fries
or
a
dressing
for
sandwiches,
this
low-fat,
high-protein
option
is
both
delicious
and
nutritious.
Try
it
out,
and
feel
free
to
experiment
with
different
serving
ideas
to
suit
your
taste!