High Protein Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
This High Protein Spinach Artichoke Dip is a creamy and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties or a healthy snack. Made with low-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, fresh spinach, and artichoke hearts, it offers a rich taste with added protein and fewer calories. Baked until golden and bubbly, this dip pairs perfectly with tortilla chips for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 shallot, diced
- 6 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 13 oz can artichoke hearts, chopped
Dairy
- 8 oz low fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3/4 cup shredded low fat mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Other Ingredients
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the dip.
- Sauté Shallots: Heat a medium skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the diced shallot and sauté, stirring occasionally, until mostly tender, about 3 minutes.
- Cook Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach and sauté until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened low-fat cream cheese, plain Greek yogurt, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Fold in the cooked spinach and shallot mixture, followed by the chopped artichoke hearts. Mix gently but thoroughly.
- Bake Dip: Spread the mixture evenly into a baking dish. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness, until the edges are lightly bubbling and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for 3-5 minutes. Optionally sprinkle additional Parmesan cheese on top and serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing.
- You can substitute fresh spinach with frozen spinach, thawed and drained.
- Adjust garlic powder and pepper to taste for more or less spice.
- Serve immediately for the creamiest texture; leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
- Tortilla chips or toasted baguette slices make excellent dippers for this dip.
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