Healthy Spinach & Artichoke Dip

INGREDIENTS:

14 oz chopped artichoke hearts drained well (1.5 cups)

5 oz thawed, drained frozen spinach drained well, (2.5 cups)

1 cup non fat greek yogurt

½ cup 4% cottage cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese divided

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese divided

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Thaw and drain the spinach thoroughly. This step is key to preventing a watery dip. Use a fine-mesh strainer and paper towels, squeezing out as much excess moisture as possible.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the artichoke hearts, spinach, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, ½ cup mozzarella cheese, ½ cup cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings. Stir until everything is well incorporated.

4. Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish or a medium-sized oval baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese and ½ cup mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

5. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.

6. For a golden, cheesy finish, broil for 1-2 minutes just before serving.

7. Serve warm with your favourite chips, crackers, pita, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

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ESTIMATED NUTRITION (Per Serving, Based on 8 servings)

Calories: 175 kcal | Protein: 15 g | Carbohydrates: 6 g |  Fibre: 2 g | Sugars: 3 g | Fat: 10 g