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I had no idea what to expect, when I decided to try substituting creamy avocado for the hefty amount of cheese that’s usually found in traditional spinach and artichoke dip.
The result is beyond delicious, while also being incredibly easy on your digestive system!
Traditional versions can be a little too bland for my taste, so the flavor of this particular dip is kicked-up a notch, with the addition of fresh basil and lemon juice. Combined with artichoke hearts, spinach and roasted red pepper, this veggie-based dip is bursting with flavor, and delicious enough to eat with a spoon!
Of course, I’d recommend serving it with baked tortilla chips and sliced veggies, as a more traditional approach.
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Creamy Spinach Artichoke Dip (Dairy-free)
makes 2 cups
Inspired by this recipe
Ingredients:
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10 oz. frozen spinach, thawed and drained
14 oz. can artichokes hearts, rinsed and drained
1 roasted red bell pepper, peeled and chopped
1/2 ripe avocado
1 garlic clove, or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Directions:
Drain the artichokes and spinach well, then add them to the bowl of a large food processor fitted with an S-shaped blade. Add in the rest of the ingredients, and use the “pulse” button to combine into a chunky dip.
The texture of this dip is completely up to your personal preference. You can leave it chunky, for a slightly different taste in each bite, or process longer for a more uniform-looking dip! I added a bit of honey to mine, and processed again, for a slightly more balanced flavor and smoother texture.
For best flavor, allow to chill for at least 4 hours before serving, and store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Ingredients
- 10 oz . frozen spinach , thawed and drained
- 14 oz . can artichokes hearts , rinsed and drained
- 1 roasted red bell pepper , peeled and chopped
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 1 garlic clove , or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped basil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Instructions
- Drain the artichokes and spinach well, then add them to the bowl of a large food processor fitted with an S-shaped blade. Add in the rest of the ingredients, and use the "pulse" button to combine into a chunky dip.
- The texture of this dip is completely up to your personal preference. You can leave it chunky, for a slightly different taste in each bite, or process longer for a more uniform-looking dip! I added a bit of honey to mine, and processed again, for a slightly more balanced flavor and smoother texture.
- For best flavor, allow to chill for at least 4 hours before serving, and store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories pe cup: 274, Fat: 9g, Carbohydrates: 33g, Fiber: 16g, Protein: 11g
Enjoy!
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Reader Feedback: Are you a fan of spinach & artichoke dip?
What can I use in place of the roasted red bell peppers?
I made this today. It was a little too lemony time me but otherwise it was a great recipe. I will definitely make again. Thank you for the recipe.
Has anyone tried baking this?
I was really disappointed with this. I guess I should know by now that nutritional yeast doesn’t really imitate cheese – not even close. It basically ends up a big bowl of mush. Unfortunately, I couldn’t even give this to the dog due to the onion in it.Now I know.
what is the yeast for ? can you leave it out. ???
You can leave it out! It’s just for the cheesy flavor, since most dips use cream cheese.
MMM…I just made this with only 1/2 a 4oz container of fresh greens mix, 1 full avocado, no red pepper, or basil and 1/2 a lim instead of the lemon juice – REALLY good!!
Thinking of baking this (briefly) with some vegan cheese on top. I think it’ll taste epic no matter what – but think it’s a bad idea with the avocados?
Can’t wait to eat and share this! Thanks!
Do you think you could heat this and eat it hot? Trying to combat the cold weather!