Description
This Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip is a lighter twist on the classic appetizer, combining creamy Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, artichoke hearts, and spinach for a nutritious and flavorful dish that can be served cold or baked to perfection. Ideal for snacking with toasted baguette, tortilla chips, or fresh veggies, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 1 can artichoke hearts (14 oz)
- 1 cup frozen spinach (or kale) (60g)
- 2/3 cup Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast) (60g)
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy free alternative) (120g)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit (177° Celsius) if you plan to bake the dip.
- Prepare Vegetables: Drain the artichoke hearts but do not rinse them. Squeeze out any excess moisture from the frozen spinach, then roughly chop both the artichokes and spinach to combine more easily.
- Mix Ingredients: In a heat-safe bowl, add the artichokes, spinach, Parmesan cheese, Greek yogurt, salt, and garlic powder. Stir everything together until well combined into a creamy mixture.
- Serve Cold or Bake: You can enjoy the dip immediately as a cold dish, or bake it on the center rack of the preheated oven for about 20 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and lightly browned on top. Alternatively, microwave the dip for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through, until evenly heated.
- Serve: Serve the dip hot from the oven or cold alongside toasted baguette slices, tortilla chips, or a variety of raw vegetables for dipping.
- Store Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- The dip can be enjoyed cold or warm, depending on your preference.
- If using kale instead of spinach, adjust chopping size for easier mixing.
- For a vegan or dairy-free option, substitute Parmesan with nutritional yeast and Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative.
- Microwaving is a quicker alternative to baking if short on time.
- To reduce sodium, adjust the salt amount according to taste.
- Serve with a variety of dippers such as crackers, bread, or fresh veggies to suit different dietary preferences.
