Heart-Healthy Street Corn Dip

Dive into the zesty flavors of this **Heart-Healthy Street Corn Dip**, a lighter twist on a classic favorite! Perfect for gatherings or wholesome snacking, this creamy dip combines charred sweet corn kernels with nutrient-rich ingredients like mashed avocado and low-fat Greek yogurt for a guilt-free indulgence. Brightened with fresh lime juice, jalapeño, and fragrant cilantro, it delivers bold flavor while keeping fats and sodium in check. Seasoned with smoky paprika and earthy cumin, this dip strikes the perfect balance between savory and refreshing. Serve it with baked tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or whole-grain crackers for a vibrant dish that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Fresh corn (kernels, cut from cob or frozen)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt (unsweetened, plain)
• 1 medium (mashed) Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 quarter cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 3 medium stalks Green onions (thinly sliced)
• 1 small Jalapeño (seeded, minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Cumin (ground)
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (smoked, if possible)
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0 as desired Optional toppings: cotija cheese (for a heart-healthier option, go light), extra cilantro, lime wedges

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are lightly charred in some spots. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, mashed avocado, and freshly squeezed lime juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, minced jalapeño, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Once the corn has cooled slightly, fold it into the yogurt-avocado mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice, as needed.

Step 7

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with optional toppings such as a sprinkling of cotija cheese (use sparingly for heart health), extra chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.

Step 8

Serve immediately with baked tortilla chips, fresh veggie sticks, or whole-grain crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1375.3 grams (1375.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1227

Total Fat 57.40g	74%
Saturated Fat 14.00g	70%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 41mg	14%
Sodium 1247mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 155.80g	57%
Dietary Fiber 36.10g	129%
Total Sugars 49.70g
Protein 63.00g	126%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 624mg	48%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 3502mg	75%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 44.8%