The oh-so-famous CPK Spinach Artichoke DIp
Let's be real, I don't personally know anyone who doesn't like spinach artichoke dip with a heaping side of tortilla chips or bread. I completely understand the sentiments because I used to order that stuff from California Pizza Kitchen almost every time I went there. Hell, when I realized Costco sold Spinach Artichoke and Parmesan Dip in a container, I bought a container, bought some chips, warmed the dip up in the microwave, and tried to recreate my CPK experience at home. I definitely don't do that anymore (see my Dining Out: CPK post), and the truth is that I don't have to! There's a healthier option people!!
Sure there are lots of copycat recipes out there that recreate the original spinach artichoke dip, but there aren't a whole lot of healthy options out there. I found a "skinny" spinach artichoke dip recipe on Pinterest, but it still called for mayonnaise and a lot of cheese. So what does that mean? Let's make it healthier! My version is in the pictures below. I think it looks pretty similar if you ask me...and I don't have to feel nearly as bad eating it either!!
Sure there are lots of copycat recipes out there that recreate the original spinach artichoke dip, but there aren't a whole lot of healthy options out there. I found a "skinny" spinach artichoke dip recipe on Pinterest, but it still called for mayonnaise and a lot of cheese. So what does that mean? Let's make it healthier! My version is in the pictures below. I think it looks pretty similar if you ask me...and I don't have to feel nearly as bad eating it either!!
Healthier Spinach Artichoke Dip
In case you're curious what I used
Serves 8
Ingredients:
Ingredients:
- 1 (13.75oz.) can artichoke hearts (packed in water), drained
- 10oz. (~284g) fresh spinach (or 1 (10oz) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed)
- 1/4 C onions, rough chopped
- 1-3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 C plain fat-free greek yogurt
- 3-4 tbsp parmigiano reggiano, grated (fresh grated is better)
- 2-3 oz. part-skim mozzarella, shredded
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Nonstick spray (olive oil spray preferred)
Directions:
(The recipe can be made in advance and stored in the fridge until you're really to actually bake it.) |
Sources:
Photo: http://www.savingeveryday.net/2012/05/free-spinach-artichoke-dip-at-california-pizza-kitchen/
Photo: http://www.savingeveryday.net/2012/05/free-spinach-artichoke-dip-at-california-pizza-kitchen/