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“Healthified” Spinach Dip with Artichokes

What is “Healthified”?

We've replaced ingredients with great tasting alternatives to create better-for-you recipes that are just as yummy as the original.

Substitution

A 9-oz box of Green Giant® frozen spinach can be used in place of the fresh spinach. Cook as directed on box and drain well, pressing spinach with paper towels to remove excess liquid.

13 ratings : 10 reviews

“Healthified” Spinach Dip with Artichokes

Whether party food or family fare, this dip won’t weigh you down. Slimmed down in calories and fat, it boasts much more spinach for an extra punch of vitamins. From eatbetteramerica.

Prep Time:15 min

Start to Finish:45 min

makes:10 servings (1/4 cup each)

4	cups fresh baby spinach leaves, slightly packed (4 oz)
1	package (8 oz) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), softened
1/4	cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
4	tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese (1 oz)
1/4	cup fat-free (skim) milk
2	cloves garlic, finely chopped
1	teaspoon dried basil leaves
1	can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained, chopped
	Baguette slices, if desired
	Assorted raw vegetables, if desired

1.	Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 1-quart shallow glass baking dish or 9-inch glass pie plate with cooking spray.
2.	Place spinach in 2-quart microwavable casserole; add 1/4 cup water. Cover; microwave on High 2 minutes. Drain well, pressing spinach with paper towels to remove excess liquid. Chop spinach.
3.	In large bowl, beat cream cheese with spoon until smooth. Beat in mayonnaise, 3 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese, the milk, garlic and basil until well blended. Stir in spinach and artichokes. Spread evenly in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon cheese.
4.	Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with baguette slices or raw vegetables.
High Altitude (3500-6500 ft): No change.

Nutritional Information

1 Serving: Calories 120 (Calories from Fat 70); Total Fat 8g (Saturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 20mg; Sodium 280mg; Total Carbohydrate 6g (Dietary Fiber 2g, Sugars 1g); Protein 5g % Daily Value*: Vitamin A 30%; Vitamin C 6%; Calcium 8%; Iron 4% Exchanges: 0 Other Carbohydrate; 1 Vegetable; 1/2 High-Fat Meat; 1 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 1/2 MyPyramid Servings: 1/2 c Dairy, 1/2 c Vegetables
*% Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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10 Reviews

Dip

Actually it is not necessary to add the cream cheese! I omitted that ingredient years ago. Add a few fresh basil leaves and a little garlic.....use fresh spinach - add artichokes.... and you are good to go.
Posted at 9:44 AM on October 27 2008 by M , The Villages FL

A package of Hidden Valley Ranch dry drssng adds "zing" to this recipe. I also add some green onions...my kids love it!
Posted at 9:51 AM on September 8 2008 by dee , HARTFORD SD

dips

I changed my recipe to yours and no one could tell the diference.
Posted at 8:18 AM on April 14 2008 by , lufkin TX

Really Good!

I made this dip for my husband and I as a TV snack. For someone who's not into lowfat, he really enjoyed it. I served it with some Pannetinis.
Posted at 8:14 AM on March 6 2008 by luvabullmastiff , Marstons Mills MA

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

My son and his girlfriend introduced me to this dip served as an appetizer in many chain restaurants. I was so happy to see a "healthier" option. Made this for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit. My husband and son fought over the leftovers. I will definitely make it again.
Posted at 9:46 AM on December 3 2007 by Toms River, NJ , Toms River NJ

Delicious

This was such a hit on Thanksgiving, no one had room for turkey !!! Easy, much lower fat than the regular recipe. Best with baked pita chips.
Posted at 9:37 AM on November 27 2007 by docsbeachhouse , Beverly MA

Artichoke Dip

I love this dip and now I can make it and not feel totally guilty. I acutally went on Weight Watchers and a serving 1/4 cup is actually only 3 points. I am deffinately going to try this one. Thanks
Posted at 9:48 AM on September 18 2007 by Bobcatsmom , Jackson WI

Even though my husband doesn't care for artichokes, he loved this, as did I. I will definitely be making this again!
Posted at 4:13 PM on September 5 2007 by Sherri , Myersville MD

Good alternative

This was a crowd pleaser. You won't have any left to take home!
Posted at 11:33 AM on September 4 2007 by Michelle W , Indiana PA

Spinach & Artichoke Dip

I had never eaten Spinach & Artichoke dip before my wedding. I loved the dip but I hated all the extra calories. This healthified version not only tastes good, but I don't have to feel bad about eating it, and on top of that: it's a very easy to make recipe.
Posted at 9:49 AM on August 8 2007 by , Atlanta GA

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