When you plan to relax in front of the television and eat snacks, you're probably prepared to put on a pound or two. But here's a low fat version of a popular snacking staple that will save you some calories and maybe even save you a little bit of guilt. Low fat guacamole made with your favorite brand of gelatin can be served with chips and dips, or with Mexican food.
You need: one cup of boiling water, one package (4 oz size) of Jell-O Brand or your favorite brand of lemon flavored gelatin (choose low fat and/or sugar free if you want the healthiest version), one container (16 oz.) of low fat cottage cheese, one large ripe avocado, half a cup of chopped and drained fresh tomatoes, half a cup of chopped onions, a squeeze of fresh lime juice, and a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
To make: follow standard procedure for making gelatin, which is stirring the powder into the boiling water until all of the granules are dissolved. Next, simply pour the mixture into a blender, add the remaining ingredients, cover and blend. If you prefer a chunkier style of guacamole, blend the mixture minus the avocado, onions, and tomatoes. Remove from the blender and then stir in the mashed avocadoes and chopped vegetables. Pour mixture into a serving dish, cover with plastic wrap and let chill for four hours until it is the consistency of guacamole.
Serve this tasty treat with baked tortilla chips, cut vegetables, or drizzle over cooked chicken for a Mexican flair.
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