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Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Dip

Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Dip for Guilt-Free Snacking

Discover the Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pesto Dip, a guilt-free delight featuring Greek yogurt and cream cheese for a perfect party snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 portion
Course: Other
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 ounces cream cheese light cream cheese can be used for lower-calorie option
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella can substitute with low-fat mozzarella
  • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt use for best flavor
For the Flavor
  • ½ cup basil pesto both fresh and jarred work
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes opt for oil-packed for better flavor
For Serving
  • 1 whole whole grain baguette can replace with pita chips or crackers

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • spatula
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a small oval baking dish.
  2. Mix 8 ounces of cream cheese, ½ cup of shredded mozzarella, ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt, half of the basil pesto, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading evenly.
  4. Top with the remaining ½ cup of mozzarella.
  5. Bake for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Spoon the remaining basil pesto over the top and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Prep ahead for deeper flavors. Reheat leftovers gently to maintain texture.