Appetizers

Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip

Name: Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 small sweet onion, diced; 4-5 garlic cloves, minced; 16 oz fresh spinach, chopped; 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise; 1 cup parmesan, grated or shredded; 1 cup mozzarella, shredded; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

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This delicious Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip is a creamy, easy, crowd pleasing appetizer that’s actually good for you.

Thanks to the Greek yogurt this lighter and healthier version of spinach dip has less fat, more protein, and tons of vitamin A.

It’s clearly the perfect game day snack that can be served hot or cold, with pita chips, tortilla chips, veggies, or toasted bread!

Looking for more appetizer recipes? Try my Mini Baked Potatoes or Whipped Feta with Honey.

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1 WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?

2 HOW TO MAKE GREEK YOGURT SPINACH DIP

3 WHAT TO SERVE WITH GREEK YOGURT SPINACH DIP

4 RECIPE FAQ’S

5 MORE RECIPES YOU’LL LOVE

6 STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL VIDEO

7 Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip

7.1 Ingredients

7.2 Instructions

7.3 Notes

WHAT INGREDIENTS DO I NEED?

Fresh spinach – using fresh is nice because you don’t have to worry about squeezing the water out. Frozen spinach can be used just be sure to get as much liquid out as possible before adding to the pan.

Sweet onion – a small yellow onion will work if you can’t find sweet. Shallots can also be used.

Garlic – fresh garlic is an amazing flavor pairing with spinach.

Greek yogurt – buy any plain Greek yogurt at your local market. I like the brand fage.

Reduced fat mayo – using reduced fat mayo is a good way to keep things light by limiting the fat and calories that go into the dip.

Parmesan cheese – buy a block of parmesan and grate it or shred it yourself.

Mozzarella cheese – buy a block of fresh mozzarella and shred it yourself for best melty results.

Red pepper flakes – adds a small hint of spice to the dish.

Salt & pepper – taste and adjust. Before you transfer the dip to its baking dish, taste and see if it needs any more seasoning.

HOW TO MAKE GREEK YOGURT SPINACH DIP

Step 1 – Preheat oven to 350 F. Finely chop fresh spinach, dice onion, and mince garlic. Grate or shred parmesan and mozzarella, set aside for later.

Step 2 – Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until translucent. Stir in garlic and chopped spinach and cook for 5 minutes or until spinach wilts down.

Step 3 – Meanwhile, in a separate bowl combine Greek yogurt, light mayo, ¼ cup parmesan, 1/2 cup mozzarella, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional).

Step 4 – Add Greek yogurt mixture to the pan and stir together. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5 – Transfer to an oven safe baking dish (preferably the one you will serve out of). Top with 1/2 cup parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella, or more or less depending on your preference & the size of your dish. Place in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes.

Broil for 2-3 minutes for an extra bubbly golden brown top.

Step 6 – Serve hot.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH GREEK YOGURT SPINACH DIP

One of the best things about Greek yogurt spinach dip is that it’s so versatile and can be enjoyed as a snack, appetizer, or used as a sandwich spread.

Ideas for dipping:

Pita chips or pita bread
Toasted bread
Tortilla chips
Carrot sticks
Cucumber sticks
Bell pepper slices
Sesame crackers
Celery stalks
Radish slices
Broccoli or cauliflower florets

RECIPE FAQ’S

How long does spinach dip last?

3 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Do I have to bake the spinach dip?

No, you can skip the oven step. Serve warm or cold.

Can I use frozen spinach?

Yes, just be sure to squeeze as much liquid out of the frozen spinach as possible. Cooking times may vary to ensure frozen spinach is warmed through.

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STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIAL VIDEO

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Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip

This creamy, crowd pleasing appetizer is lighter and healthier with less fat, more protein, and tons of vitamin A. It's the perfect game day snack that can be served with pita or tortilla chips, veggies, crackers or toasted bread.

Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine American, Greek

Keyword appetizer, dip, snack, vegetarian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 20

Total Time 40

Servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 small sweet onion, diced
4-5 garlic cloves, minced
16 oz fresh spinach, chopped
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise
1 cup parmesan, grated or shredded
1 cup mozzarella, shredded
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 F. Finely chop fresh spinach, dice onion, and mince garlic. Grate parmesan and set aside for later.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté for 3-5 minutes or until translucent. Stir in garlic and chopped spinach and cook for 3-5 minutes or until spinach wilts down.
Meanwhile, in a separate bowl combine Greek yogurt, light mayo, 1/4 cup parmesan, 1/2 cup mozzarella, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (optional).
Add Greek yogurt mixture to the pan and stir together. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
Transfer to an oven safe baking dish (preferably the one you will serve out of). Top with 1/2 cup parmesan and 1/2 cup mozzarella, or more or less depending on your preference & the size of your dish.
Place in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes. Broil for 2-3 minutes to get an extra bubbly golden brown top.