Healthy Artichoke and Spinach Dip – High Protein (+ No Mayonnaise!)

High in protein and low in calories, this healthy spinach and artichoke dip recipe requires no mayonnaise or cream cheese!

Why you’ll love this healthy spinach artichoke dip

Creamy and cheesy taste. It tastes just as rich and comforting as your favorite delicious classic artichoke dip, without all the extra saturated fat.

Fewer calories. This homemade version contains… Less than half the calories From a typical restaurant or store bought packaged artichoke dip.

Perfect for entertaining. Serve as an appetizer or high-fiber side dish for football watch parties, family potlucks, Super Bowl Sunday, summer barbecues, or holiday picnics.

It’s easy to make. Bring the entire recipe together in less than five minutes, then bake it in the oven or microwave until hot, bubbly, and delicious.

Also try this reduced cannoli

Spinach and artichoke sauce recipe video step by step

What makes it healthier than traditional recipes?

• Use high-protein Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
• No cream cheese, sour cream or mozzarella.
• More spinach packed with vitamins and antioxidants than similar recipes.
• It’s even healthier if you use the nutritional yeast option, with more protein as well.
• Low carb and less than 40 calories per serving, with dairy-free, gluten-free and sugar-free options.

High-Protein Baked Artichoke Dip Ingredients

artichoke hearts – The recipe calls for one standard 14-ounce can of artichoke hearts, drained but not rinsed. You can use frozen or raw artichoke hearts if you prefer.

If substituting frozen artichokes, thaw them completely and squeeze out excess water. Raw artichokes should be chopped and boiled or steamed before use.

spinach – You’ll need 1 cup of frozen spinach or kale, or 1 cup of cooked fresh spinach (start with 2 cups of raw spinach). After measuring, squeeze out excess moisture to avoid spreading watery artichokes.

For those who want the artichoke sauce without the spinach, feel free to omit the green vegetables.

Cheese – Add 2/3 cup grated Parmesan or vegan Parmesan. I also love using nutritional yeast as a cheese-free option.

yogurt – Replace high-fat mayonnaise with 1/2 cup of plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free Greek yogurt. Readers have written to tell me that cheese works too.

spices – Season with salt and garlic powder. If you like hot sauce, add a little crushed red pepper flakes or ground cayenne pepper.

How to make healthy artichoke sauce with spinach

1. If you’re going to bake the recipe, start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, or 177 degrees Celsius.
2. Measure all your ingredients, and drain but do not rinse the artichoke hearts.
3. Squeeze excess moisture from the spinach with a cloth or paper towels. Then finely chop the spinach and artichokes.
4. In a safe bowl or dish over medium heat, combine the chopped vegetables with the yogurt, salt, garlic powder, Parmesan cheese, or nutritional yeast. Stir until well mixed.
5. Enjoy immediately as a cold dip, or skip to the baking step below.
6. To prepare the oven-baked spinach artichoke sauce, cook it on the middle rack of the preheated oven for twenty minutes or until hot and lightly browned on top. Or microwave for five minutes or until evenly heated, stirring halfway through.
7. Alternatively, you can prepare the recipe in a crock pot. Add everything to your slow cooker and heat on high for one and a half to two hours (or on low for about three hours), until hot and bubbly.
8. Serve the dip hot from the oven, topping with chopped jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
9. If you somehow find yourself with leftovers at the end of the night, store them in a covered, airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.

Service suggestions

Delicious, healthy appetizers are also fun to serve warm or cold.

It’s easy to transport and can be left on the counter for a few hours, making it a great recipe for game day gatherings, dinner parties, or brunch.

Foods that go well with dipping include pita bread or tortilla chips, a toasted baguette, or a tray of crunchy vegetables with raw bell peppers, celery, carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower.

If you want to get really fancy, serve the healthy sauce in a bread bowl alongside whole grain crackers, cherry tomatoes, or your favorite dip. Or use it as a topping for pizza or sandwiches.

Trust me, no one will ever pass up an opportunity to eat artichoke dip from Costco or Trader Joe’s.

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