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Spinach Dip with Cottage Cheese

Creamy Spinach Dip with Cottage Cheese for Quick Snacking

Enjoy this delicious Spinach Dip with Cottage Cheese, a healthy and quick appetizer perfect for snacking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dip
  • 9 oz Fresh Spinach Can substitute with thawed frozen spinach.
  • 1.5 cups Cottage Cheese Serves as the creamy base.
  • 2 tbsp Mayonnaise Greek yogurt works as a lighter alternative.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Feel free to omit for a milder profile.
  • 0.5 to 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adjust to match your taste.
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt Tailor it to your liking.
  • Ground Black Pepper Adjust to suit personal preference.

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash 9 ounces of fresh spinach thoroughly and then steam it for about 3-5 minutes until wilted, or sauté in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Transfer the spinach to a clean kitchen towel, squeeze out any excess moisture, and chop it finely.
  3. In a high-speed blender, combine cottage cheese, mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Blend on high for about 30-45 seconds until smooth.
  4. Transfer the blended cream into a mixing bowl and gently fold in the finely chopped spinach.
  5. Serve immediately with warm bread or veggie sticks, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 18gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, dry spinach well after cooking. Enjoy within 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

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