No Mayo Spinach Dip
Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of this No Mayo Spinach Dip, a lighter twist on a classic favorite! Featuring a velvety blend of softened cream cheese, tangy Greek yogurt, and savory Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, this recipe skips the mayonnaise without sacrificing flavor. Freshly wilted spinach and a touch of garlic bring vibrant, earthy notes, while a hint of red pepper flakes adds optional heat. Baked to bubbling perfection in just 20 minutes, this dip is ideal for entertaining or snacking. Serve it warm with crackers, crusty bread, or fresh veggies for an irresistible appetizer that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Your search for the perfect no-mayo appetizer ends here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, until all the spinach is wilted. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
Remove the wilted spinach from the heat and set it aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
Squeeze out any excess liquid from the spinach using your hands or a clean kitchen towel, then chop it finely.
Fold the chopped spinach into the cheese mixture until everything is well combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until bubbly and slightly golden on top.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your choice of crackers, bread, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.4 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.1 g | 415% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 436 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 4312 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 105.6 g | 211% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2440 mg | 188% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 625 mg | 13% | |
*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.
