easter appetizer: cinnamon yogurt fruit dip

     More so than any year in the past I feel the need to be healthy. Not for the fad of it, but for my well-being. It feels so good being healthy! Though the holidays are often a time for us to indulge (I for one am a firm believer in not holding back), I think having at least one guilt-free dish isn't a bad thing.

     When I think Easter, I think boiled eggs, ham, rolls, and spring vegetables and fruit. I love a good, fresh fruit salad or fruit platter. And I love when it is paired with a creamy dip. Unfortunately those dips are full of cream and processed sugars, and when you are trying to cut back on the bad stuff it isn't exactly the best for you. So I decided to make a healthier version that still gives you that tangy goodness and delicious flavor.

as a dip

as a drizzle

     The thing I really love about this dip is that it isn't confined to being a dip. It works perfectly well as a drizzle over fruit, or even as a full on, mixed in dressing. So many options for Easter pre-dinner snacking!

     The stars of the show are good, thick greek yogurt and cinnamon, however they would be nothing without their supporting ingredients. Lemon juice emphasizes the tang of the yogurt, meanwhile raw honey brightens the cinnamon and evens out any sour aspect. If you don't have raw honey don't stress it - you can use any type of honey you like. I prefer raw honey though as it seems to me to have a sweeter flavor.

Cinnamon Yogurt Fruit Dip
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: not necessary!
Servings: Makes just under 1/2 cup


You Will Need:

• 1/4 cup greek yogurt
• 1 TBS lemon juice
• 1 TBS raw honey (or any honey)
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1-2 TBS water, depending on desired thickness

1. Combine greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, and cinnamon in a bowl and stir well to combine.
2. Add/stir in 1-2 TBS water, possibly more, to bring it to your desired thickness.
3. Serve immediately or at a later date - lasts three days in the refrigerator. 

What food are you most looking forward to this Easter?