Protein-Packed Spinach & Artichoke Dip

protein-packed spinach & artichoke dip
 

*Serves 4

Per Serving: Calories 115, Carbs 10g, Protein 9g, Total Fat 1g, Fiber 6.5g

Ingredients: 

  • 8 oz 0% (fat-free) greek yogurt

  • 8 oz 1% no-salt added, non-fat cottage cheese

  • 1 10 oz package of frozen spinach, thaw and press all water out of it

  • 1 14 oz can quartered artichoke hearts (in water, not marinated)

  • 1 5 oz can water chestnuts, diced

  • 1 packet ranch dips seasoning

  • 2 cloves fresh garlic

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor (or blender) process cottage cheese until completely smooth.

  • Add in greek yogurt and ranch seasoning.

  • Peel and smash garlic cloves with the flat edge of a knife and add to food processor.

  • Strain all water out of spinach and add to processor and process until smooth.

  • Strain as much water out of artichoke hearts as possible... this is important so you don't get a watery dip. Add artichoke hearts to processor and pulse until combined...don't over process!

  • Transfer dip into a bowl.

  • Dice up water chestnuts make sure excess water is strained out before adding to dip. stir until mixed in and transfer to a oven safe dish.

  • Sprinkle the top with shredded parmesan cheese and place in the oven for 20-25 min or until cheese begins to brown and bubble on top. Serve with veggies!