Spinach Dip a Lighter Version

Elevate your snacking game with Spinach Dip: A Lighter Version, a fresh and flavorful twist on a classic favorite! This skinny recipe swaps out heavy ingredients for protein-packed plain Greek yogurt and low-fat cream cheese, delivering all the creamy indulgence you crave with fewer calories. Enhanced by the gentle tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice, aromatic garlic and onion powders, and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, this dip is irresistibly delicious and practically guilt-free. Wilted fresh spinach is the star ingredient, offering vibrant color, wholesome nutrition, and a touch of earthiness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy spinach dip is perfect as a healthy appetizer or snack, pairing beautifully with crunchy veggies, whole-grain crackers, or pita chips. Keep it light, fresh, and satisfying with this crowd-pleasing recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 4 oz low-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 0 N/A olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the spinach thoroughly. If the spinach leaves are large, roughly chop them.

Step 2

In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, lightly spray with olive oil and add the spinach. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Once cooled, squeeze out any excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, softened low-fat cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Fold the cooked spinach into the yogurt mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to a small serving dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 6

If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Step 7

Serve immediately with sliced veggies, whole-grain crackers, or pita chips. You can also refrigerate for up to 2 days and serve chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(573.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	551.8

Total Fat 27.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 91.2mg	0%
Sodium 2330.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 13.0g
Protein 44.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 768.3mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 610.6mg	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: 45.1%

Protein: 33.3%

Carbs: 21.6%