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Spinach Yogurt Dip

Posted: Nov1,2015 | Modified: January 16, 2022 | by Karen

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Plain Greek yogurt makes this version of Spinach Dip much healthier, yet every bit as tasty. The trick with this dip is to make it several hours before you plan on serving it, which will allow the flavors to snuggle a bit.

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Spinach Yogurt Dip
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Spinach Yogurt Dip

Prepare this dip several hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld. This makes a refreshing appetizer when served with fresh vegetables.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Total Time2 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Servings: 32 servings

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces plain fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • 1 1- ounce packet ranch dressing mix
  • 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach thawed
  • 1 8- ounce can sliced water chestnuts
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, mayonnaise and dressing mix.
  • Drain the spinach and with clean hands, squeeze out any excess moisture.
  • Chop water chestnuts into small pieces.
  • Combine all ingredients and serve with vegetables or crackers.

Notes

Gluten free adjustments:  replace the ranch dressing mix with 1 teaspoon garlic salt and ½ teaspoon of dill or Simply Organic brand dressing mix.  Serve with vegetables.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 30kcal

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  1. Claire says

    January 28, 2016 at 10:23 am

    Yum! I brought this to a bbq and it was the perfect delicious and healthy dish to have among all the fried food and meat. Thank you!

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  1. Need a Plan to not Gain Weight? says:
    December 7, 2015 at 7:01 am

    […] an assortment of vegetables, clean and cut them so that they are easy to see (maybe make some Spinach Yogurt Dip) and have it in the refrigerator where it can be grabbed for a quick […]

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