Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip
The ultimate comfort food, this Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip is creamy, flavorful, and guilt-free! Perfect for any gathering or as a tasty snack, this easy dip will satisfy your cravings without any of the guilt. Dive in and enjoy this delicious treat tonight!
Equipment
- Wooden Spoon
- Chef's Knife
- Oven
- Blender
Ingredients
- 5 oz frozen spinach thawed
- 1 15 oz can artichokes
- 1 small onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup cashew cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- pinch red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese optional (omit for dairy-free)
- 1/2 tsp Himalayan sea salt more to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Serve with homemade crackers
Instructions
- In a medium-sized pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat. Once it’s hot, add the garlic and onion. Sauté for about 7 minutes until the onion is softened and translucent, stirring occasionally to avoid burning the garlic.
- Add in the Himalayan sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir in the artichokes and spinach, cooking until everything is heated through (around 2 minutes). You want to see the spinach wilt slightly and everything blended together well.
- Remove the pot from heat and stir in the cashew cream. The creamy texture will meld with the other ingredients beautifully, creating a luscious dip. Make sure everything is evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a high-speed blender. Pulse until the dip is coarsely chopped, being careful not to over-blend. You want it to be creamy yet still have some texture.
- Once blended, taste the dip. Adjust the spices and salt as desired. This is your chance to make it just right for your palate.
- If you choose to add cheddar cheese, transfer the dip to an oven-safe baking dish. Layer the top with the cheddar cheese and place it under the broiler.
- Broil until the cheese begins to bubble and turn golden brown. This typically takes about 2 to 5 minutes, so keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
- Once done, remove from the oven. Let it cool slightly before serving to allow the flavors to settle.
- Serve hot with homemade crackers, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetable crudité. Each dip will be creamy, flavorful, and utterly satisfying!
Notes
- Tip 1: This dip can be made up to 1 day ahead of time. Reheat in an oven-safe dish, covered, at 350 degrees until warmed through.
- Tip 2: To make cashew cream, check out this post.