It’s 2008 now, and it’s time to get down to eating healthy foods and working on those resolutions.  One thing most of us don’t get enough of is vegetables.  If you’re like me, the idea of eating some celery is about as exciting as chewing on a twig.  Other raw veggies are not usually calling my name either, but they are better for you than any cooked, frozen, canned, or processed vegetable, so what’s a person to do? 

Just because you are working to eat more healthy snacks doesn’t mean you can’t eat foods that taste great.  My solution is to use a great veggie dip.  There are some pretty good store bought ones, but my favorite is quick, easy, tastes great, and is a healthy option!  Don’t let the ingredient list scare you off!  I’m not a huge spinach fan, but I love this dip.

Knorr’s Healthy Veggie Dip:

1 package of Knorr’s Vegetable Soup Mix
1 box (10 oz.) of frozen spinach (thawed!)
1 c. fat-free sour cream
1 c. Miracle Whip Light (or fat free if you prefer)
1 can (8 oz.) diced water chestnuts
Green onion diced to taste

Squeeze out the excess water in the frozen spinach, then combine it with the remaining ingredients.  Stir until thoroughly mixed.  Letting this sit for a couple of hours in the fridge will make it even better, but I sometimes don’t wait.

This is great for all kinds of veggies (organic carrots are my favorite).  It can also be a nice party dip when served in a scooped out bread bowl.  However you serve it, it’s a great way to help you along the road to meeting your resolutions.  Cheers!