Creamy Avocado and Spinach Dip
Brighten up your snack table with this irresistible Creamy Avocado and Spinach Dip—an effortlessly smooth and flavorful blend of ripe avocados, fresh spinach, and tangy Greek yogurt. In just 15 minutes, you'll create a dip that's as nourishing as it is delicious, packed with creamy goodness from cream cheese and avocado, with a zesty kick of fresh lemon juice and garlic. This no-cook recipe is perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or healthy snack and pairs beautifully with crunchy tortilla chips, pita bread, or crisp, colorful veggies. Bursting with vibrant green hues and finished with a hint of fresh cilantro, it’s a refreshing, wholesome dip you’ll want to make again and again. Perfect for parties, picnics, or game day spreads, this avocado-spinach masterpiece is a must-have for your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe avocados
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
Instructions
Begin by washing the fresh spinach under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Pat dry using a kitchen towel or salad spinner.
In a food processor, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and fresh lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Peel and pit the avocados, then add them to the food processor along with the fresh spinach, garlic cloves, and cilantro. Blend until everything is well combined and smooth.
Add the extra virgin olive oil, salt, and ground black pepper to the mixture. Blend again until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed and the dip becomes creamy.
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or lemon juice if desired to enhance the flavor.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the creamy avocado and spinach dip chilled with tortilla chips, pita bread, or freshly sliced vegetables such as cucumbers, carrots, or bell peppers.
Garnish with extra fresh cilantro leaves before serving for an added touch of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.0 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 241 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 3230 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2113 mg | 45% | |
*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.
