Apetizer

Layer Bean Dip

	Nutrition Information: Calories: 106 Protein: 6 g Carbs: 14 g Fat: 3 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Sodium: 455 mg Fiber: 4 g
Need a healthy alternative for Monday Night Football? Try serving this fiber-rich bean dip layered with delicious toppings in place of chips and chicken wings!  Ingredients:

2 16-ounce cans fat free vegetarian refried beans (use lower-sodium canned beans to reduce sodium content)
1/2-3/4 cup fat free sour cream
1 large avocado, mashed or finely chopped
3/4 cup shredded light cheese
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 small can (2.25 oz) sliced black olives
1/2 cup green onions, sliced

Directions:

1	Heat beans until slightly warm so they spread easily. For an extra kick - season with hot sauce and lime juice.
2	Spread beans onto the bottom a baking or serving dish and allow to cool. Spread beans with sour cream followed by avocado.
3	Sprinkle with cheese, tomatoes, black olives and green onion.
4	Pair bean dip with baked tortilla chips, bell pepper strips, celery sticks and jicama sticks.
5	1 serving = about 1/4 cup.
6	ENJOY!

Pico de Gallo

	Nutrition Information: Calories: 35 Protein: 1 g Carbs: 8 g Fat: 0 g Saturated Fat: 0 g Sodium: 105 mg Fiber: 2 g
This chunky, spicy and flavorful salsa is great with cottage cheese and baked chips or with your favorite Mexican style meal.

Ingredients:

1 pound chopped ripe tomatoes
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
1/3 cup chopped, fresh cilantro
3 seeded and chopped jalapeno peppers
2 Tablespoons lime juice
2 minced garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions:

1	Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
2	Serving Size: 1/2 cup.
3	ENJOY!