Sweet Caramelized Onion Dip

One thing our family loves is dips. Whether its for veggies, crackers or meat we love to dip food. There are healthy ways to do this as well. It is a great idea to enjoy dip with veggies. If you like onions then this dip is for you. The flavor of onions is very apparent with in it. 

Sweet Caramelized Onion Dip

2 large sweet onions, chopped

1/2 cup fat-free sour cream

1/2 cup fat free mayonnaise

1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp. fat-free cream cheese, room temp

1 tbsp. butter

1 tsp. dijon mustard

1 tsp. balsamic vinegar

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

Heat butter in a large pan over medium heat on the stove. Once butter has coated the bottom of the pan, add onions, salt and cayenne pepper. Saute for 10 minutes, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for additional 25 - 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are browned and caramelized. Add mustard and vinegar to the pan. Continue to cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and allow to cool. In large bowl, combine sour cream, mayo and cream cheese. Whisk until smooth. Add cooled onions to the mayo mixture and mix thoroughly. Refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to combine. Serve with your favorite veggies or chips.

Serving size 1/3 cup = 74 calories