Description
This Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer that blends nutrient-rich spinach and tangy artichoke hearts in a lighter base made with Greek yogurt and reduced-fat cream cheese. Perfect for game nights, potlucks, or guilt-free snacking, it offers both comfort and nutrition with simple ingredients and easy preparation.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 cups fresh spinach, washed and wilted
- 1 (14 oz) can or jarred artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
- 1–2 cloves garlic, freshly minced
Dairy & Creamy Base
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings & Others
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the spinach and artichokes: Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and lightly sauté or steam until just wilted, then drain well to remove excess moisture. Chop the drained artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces for even texture.
- Mix the creamy base: In a large bowl, combine Greek yogurt, softened reduced-fat cream cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Then fold in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Incorporate the veggies: Gently fold the prepared spinach and chopped artichokes into the creamy mixture, mixing carefully to avoid releasing excess liquid. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Bake or serve chilled: For a warm dip, transfer the mixture into a baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden on top. Alternatively, chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least one hour to serve cold.
Notes
- Drain spinach and artichokes thoroughly to prevent a watery dip.
- Use room temperature cream cheese for easier mixing and smoother texture.
- Fresh minced garlic delivers better flavor than powders or pre-minced versions.
- Adjust lemon juice, salt, and pepper gradually to perfect the taste.
- Bake at a moderate temperature to melt ingredients evenly without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Spinach dip, Artichoke dip, Healthy appetizer, Low calorie dip, Gluten free dip, Greek yogurt dip
