I have to tell you…as much as blogging can be stressful, and time consuming, it has really opened my eyes to so many new and exciting things. Every time I think of an old favorite of mine, I try to change it into a healthier recipe. I get so many ideas from the blog world, and now I’m always trying to re-create things for myself. For instance, I LOVE spinach and artichoke dip, but there aint nothin’ healthy about that. So I was putsin’ around in the kitchen the other day and put together this healthier version. I couldn’t believe how incredible it came out, and how similar it tasted to the original thing.
I started with frozen spinach, frozen artichokes, and plain flavored Chobani Greek yogurt.
I microwaved about 1 Cup spinach and 3/4 C artichokes until they were thawed and warm. Then, I added the Greek yogurt and stirred in nutritional yeast (in replace of cheese), garlic salt, onion powder, sea salt, and pepper to taste.
Once everything was mixed up I transfered it into a baking dish and added a little more nutritional yeast on top.
Popped it in a 350 degree oven for about 10 minutes, and it was ready to serve.
Stunning…right? I served with 100 calorie whole wheat tortillas, and a little tomato sauce for dipping as well. This artichoke dip is actually healthy, and tastes very similar to the real thing. I think I found a new favorite snack.
I have an Oscar worthy dinner planned for tomorrow, but I have to run to the grocery store for some ingredients. I feel like I’m on a roll with my Cho-yo and Chocolate goji bars yesterday, my spinach and artichoke dip today, and now a dinner fit for the Oscars tomorrow. I also plan on making Anne’s granola bars later today so I have my work cut out for me. Have a great Saturday!
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Great recipe! I wouldn’t have thought to sub in the nutritional yeast but it’s a great idea; for some reason it only pops into my head for vegan dishes but it’s so versatile
Holy YUM!
Great recipe, girl!
I´m sure it tasted like heaven…
Have an amazing weekend!
Brazilian XOXO´s,
Gabriela
I totally agree with you about blogging being stressful and time-consuming, but so inspiring and motivating. I love spinach and artichoke dip, so I definitely need to try this recipe! Yours looks so delicious and healthy! Thanks so much for posting it
I wanted to try Anne’s granola bars so I’m very excited to see your take!
And Spinach Artichoke dip is AWESOME!! I will have to try it like this!
mmmmm so artichokes are my favorite food and artichoke dip therefore is always high up on my list, but it can be so heavy and rich so I’m definitely going to have to try this. I think I may have just found my project for tomorrow.
I made Anne’s granola bars last night and LOVE them!!! I definitely love Spinach Artichoke Dip and am looking forward to making Bethenny Frankel’s (author of the Skinnygirl Dish) recipe for healthy dip. Yours looks super tasty too!!!
Although I haven’t tried nooch, I agree with Evan; it sounds so incredibly versatile. This recipe has increased my need to acquire some
Wow, that dip looks great! Gonna have to make that one. BTW: you wouldn’t believe the amount of food I’ve been eating this weekend. Everything has been covered in cheese.
Your spinach dip looks great! I love that you used nutritional yeast, too. Very creative recipe!
I bookmarked this page. I HAVE to try this. My sister LOVES spinach artichoke dip but we all know how fatty cream cheese can be. I love this lighten up – protein rich version. Thanks!