Monday, September 27, 2010

spinach artichoke dip


Indian summer has finally arrived and because we never had an actual summer we were eager to enjoy a family barbecue outdoors with friends.  I am trying to eat a bit healthier these days.  The end of summer, trip to Hawaii in November and general health are motivating me.  When I am asked to bring something for a party I tend to browse my favorite blogs.  I get total recipe envy and want to make everything because it looks better in my mind then anything I have in my clippings or numerous cookbooks but, I have told myself I need to work through some of my earmarked recipes.  I have numerous appetizer recipes but, not very many that fall into light or healthy.  I landed on this recipe which is packed with veggies and a lighter spin on the classic spinach artichoke dip.  It was good and definitely tasted better after sitting in the refrigerator for a few hours.  We enjoyed the dip and I probably enjoyed one to many sweet tea cocktails.

spinach artichoke dip
adapted: everyday food
  • 1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts in water, rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped
  • 4 ounces reduced-fat bar cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons low fat mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, chopped
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 scallions, sliced
  • 1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 jar hearts of palm, coarsely chopped 

Directions

  1. Place half the artichokes in a food processor; add cream cheese, mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne, and 3 tablespoons water. Process until smooth.
  2. Add scallions, remaining artichokes, and spinach; pulse briefly. Fold in heats of palm with wooden spoon.  Transfer mixture to a serving bowl. 
*Flavors enhance if chilled in refrigerator for a few hours.



2 comments:

Medifast Coupons said...

Are absolute favorite dip for snack time. I cheat and always buy, but your recipe sounds like something I could actually make, thanks for sharing.

Merut said...

I love how you made it healthy! Spinach-artichoke dip is something that you can't eat a little of, so it's nice to not feel guilty about it. Thanks for sharing!

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