Creamy Spinach and Artichoke Dip Recipe for Parties and Appetizers

This Spinach Artichoke Dip offers all the creamy, cheesy flavor you expect but with less fat, thanks to cottage cheese (or Neufchâtel) in place of full-fat cream cheese, light mayonnaise, and low-fat mozzarella. It’s simple to prepare and bakes to a hot, bubbly dip perfect for parties, game day, or a cozy snack.

 

Spinach Artichoke Dip
Cook Time
25 mins
 

Classic spinach and artichoke baked to a creamy, lower-fat finish.

Course:

Side Dish
Cuisine:

American
Keyword:

spinach artichoke dip
Servings: 12
Author: dieTTaste
Ingredients
  • 14
    ounce
    (400 g) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 1
    cup
    frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
  • 8
    ounce
    (220 g) cottage cheese or Neufchâtel, softened
  • 1/2
    cup
    grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4
    cup
    light mayonnaise
  • 1
    clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2
    teaspoon
    crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4
    cup
    low-fat mozzarella, shredded
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl combine the cottage cheese (or Neufchâtel), grated Parmesan, light mayonnaise, and minced garlic. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
  2. Fold in the well-drained spinach and the chopped artichoke hearts until evenly incorporated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased small baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded low-fat mozzarella evenly over the top.
  4. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the dip is heated through and bubbly and the cheese on top is melted. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
  5. Serve warm with toasted baguette slices, crackers, tortilla chips, or vegetable sticks.