Mediterranean Diet Creamy Avocado and Spinach Dip

Elevate your snack game with this Mediterranean Diet Creamy Avocado and Spinach Dip, a wholesome, flavor-packed appetizer that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This vibrant dip combines creamy ripe avocados, nutrient-rich baby spinach, and tangy Greek yogurt to create a silky smooth texture. Brightened with fresh dill, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, it’s finished with a drizzle of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil. Perfect as a healthy crowd-pleaser, this dip pairs beautifully with whole grain pita, crunchy veggie sticks, or even as a spread for sandwiches. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s gluten-free, Mediterranean diet-friendly, and packed with vitamins, healthy fats, and protein for a guilt-free indulgence. Store it in the fridge for up to two days, but it’s so irresistible, it probably won’t last that long!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 whole ripe avocados
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 whole garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and pit the ripe avocados, then scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the baby spinach to a food processor and pulse until finely chopped.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the mixing bowl with the avocado.

Step 4

To the mixing bowl, add the chopped spinach, Greek yogurt, and lemon juice.

Step 5

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil into the bowl, and add the sea salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper.

Step 6

Chop the fresh dill and add it to the mixture.

Step 7

Using a hand mixer or a fork, mash and mix all the ingredients together until you achieve a creamy consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnish with a sprinkle of fresh dill, and a drizzle of olive oil on top if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately with whole grain pita or fresh vegetable sticks, or refrigerate for up to two days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(669.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	912.3

Total Fat 73.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 1313.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.9g
Protein 24.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 288.4mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 1750.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.4%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 18.2%