Dirty Martini Dip

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Weight Watchers Dirty Martini Dip is a tasty and hearty alternative to traditional dips, inspired by the iconic dirty martini cocktail. This creamy dip is an ideal side dish for whole-grain crackers, pita chips, or veggie sticks. We will create this dip with martini olives, a dash of lemon zest, and plain Greek yogurt. Additionally, this dip is calorie-conscious due to its well-balanced ingredients. It is a great option for parties, gatherings, or as a snack for people on the Weight Watchers program, or just searching for a healthier dip. Weight Watchers Dirty Martini Dip will be a hit whether you are throwing a party or just need a filling snack. Its unique flavors and healthier components distinguish it from other dip options. Enjoy it without feeling guilty.

Let’s start the recipe with the easy cooking directions (listed below).

STATS

  • Course: Dips & Sauces
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-free, Weight Watchers, Vegetarian
  • Total Time: Thirty minutes
  • Preparation Time: Ten minutes
  • Cook Time: Twenty minutes
  • Method: Stovetop

EQUIPMENT

  • Nonstick pan
  • Cooking spoon
  • One round dish
  • One serving bowl

INGREDIENTS

  • One tsp of olive oil
  • Chopped onion 1 cup
  • Kosher salt 1/2 tsp, or add to taste
  • One-fourth cup of gin
  • Plain and whole milk Green yogurt 2 cups
  • Light mayonnaise 2 tbsp
  • Half a cup of chopped martini olives
  • Martini olive brine two tsps
  • Fresh chopped black pepper 1/2 tsp
  • One tsp of lemon zest
  • Low-fat Blue cheese or Gorgonzola cheese, 1/4 cup, optional

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Mist a nonstick pan with olive oil.
  2. Warm this oil to a moderate stovetop fire for a few seconds.
  3. Next, add salt and chopped onions to the olive oil.
  4. Simmer both ingredients until the onions turn golden.
  5. Then, add gin to the sautéed onions.
  6. Again, simmer until the gin liquid is absorbed into the onions. Put aside the mixture.
  7. Meanwhile, add chopped black pepper, plain Greek yogurt, onion gin mixture, Gorgonzola cheese, olive brine, light mayonnaise, and olives to a normal dish.
  8. With a tablespoon, we will stir all ingredients.
  9. The tangy and yummy Weight Watchers Dirty Martini Dip is ready to enjoy.
  10. Shift the dip to a bowl and garnish it with lemon zest and olives.

VARIATIONS OF THE MARTINI DIP

Olives:

  • Replace the martini olives with manzanilla or Castelvetrano olives.

Alcohol-free:

  • Gin or other liquid is optional. You can skip them.

Cheese:

  • Instead of Gorgonzola cheese, you can utilize any sort of low-fat cheese, such as Roquefort.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Enjoy the delicious dip with chips, whole-grain crackers, or pretzels.
  • Serve it with zero-point crisp crudites like cucumber slices, celery snap, or carrot sticks.
  • Offer this dip with toasted baguette slices or crostini.
  • Jicama fries, rice cakes, or stuffed mini peppers go nicely with this dip.
  • Pair the dip with smoked salmon pinwheels, veggie burgers, or turkey skewers.
  • Accompany this dip with chicken gyro bites or whole wheat pita wedges.

TIPS

  • Utilize good-quality martini olives for the best taste.
  • We will incorporate a hint of olive brine into the dip. After that, adjust it according to taste.
  • Don’t overuse the lemon zest, otherwise it will diminish the dip’s flavor.
  • Opt for non-fat Greek yogurt to prepare this dip.
  • Utilize Weight Watchers-friendly gin or other liquor.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Before preparation:

  • We can prepare the martini dip 2 to 3 days before consuming. Place the yummy dip in a sealed vessel and refrigerate it.

Fridge:

  • Pack the dip in a closed box and store it for 5 to 6 days.

Freezer:

  • It’s generally not recommended to freeze this dip. The texture will be altered due to the Greek yogurt and cheese.

FAQs

Which olives are ideal for use?

  • Green olives stuffed with pimento are common, but Castelvetrano olives are also suggested because of their hard texture and buttery flavor. A variety of olives can also be utilized.

What is the taste of martini dip?

  • It has a briny, salty, and cheesy flavor with hints of olives and alcohol.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Per Person Serving 1/4 martini dip cup
Total servings: 12
Total Calories 74 kcal
Carbohydrates 3.5 g
Protein 4 g
Dietary Fiber 0.5 g
Total Fat 3.5 g
Sugar 1.5 g
Sodium 198.5 mg

Each serving of the martini dip has 3 (three) Weight Watchers points.