Best Spinach And Yogurt Dip Recipes

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SPINACH DIP WITH GARLIC, YOGURT AND DILL



Spinach Dip With Garlic, Yogurt and Dill image

Lemony, garlic-laden and full of chopped herbs and Greek yogurt, this ultra-creamy spinach dip is a fresher, tangier take on the retro kind made with dehydrated soup mix. It's best to take the cream cheese out of the fridge at least an hour ahead so it can soften; otherwise you can heat it in the microwave for a few seconds to soften it up. Firm, cold cream cheese won't mix into the dip as easily. Serve this with any combination of cut-up vegetables, crackers, toast and sturdy chips.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, dips and spreads, appetizer

Time 50m

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 14

10 ounces fresh baby spinach, or 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed
3/4 cup sliced scallions, whites and greens (from about 1 bunch)
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, preferably whole milk
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chopped dill
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
2 fat garlic cloves, finely grated, passed through a press or minced
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more to garnish
Urfa or Aleppo pepper flakes, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • If using fresh spinach, put it in a colander in the sink. Bring a kettle of water to a boil and pour it over the spinach to wilt it. Let the spinach cool completely, then use your hands to squeeze it very dry. Coarsely chop spinach and set it aside. If using frozen chopped spinach, just squeeze it out until it's very dry, then set aside.
  • In a blender or food processor, combine scallions, yogurt, cream cheese, dill, parsley, garlic, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, zest, cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. With the motor running, drizzle in olive oil and blend, scraping down the sides as needed, until the mixture is very smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Scrape the mixture into a mixing bowl and fold in the chopped spinach until evenly distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend. Dip will keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Just before serving, taste and add more salt, pepper and lemon juice, if you like. To serve, scrape dip into a serving bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with Urfa or Aleppo pepper flakes, if desired.

TURKISH YOGURT AND SPINACH DIP



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Known in Turkey as caçik, this garlicky mixture of green vegetables, fresh herbs and yogurt can be served as a salad or as a dip with pita and raw vegetables. Traditionally, caçik is made with a number of vegetables, including cucumbers, cabbage and beets.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, dips and spreads, salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
2 plump garlic cloves, halved, green shoots removed
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (more to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or 1 teaspoon dried mint
2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups thickened yogurt or thick Greek style yogurt
1 bunch scallions, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, add the spinach and blanch for 10 to 20 seconds. Transfer to the ice water, cool for a minute, then drain and squeeze dry. Chop coarsely.
  • Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and mash to a paste (alternatively, finely mince). Combine with the lemon juice and olive oil, and let stand for 10 minutes. Stir in the yogurt.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, dill, parsley and mint. Stir in the yogurt and garlic mixture, and the optional scallions. Add freshly ground pepper to taste and more salt if desired. Serve with bread, pita or raw vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 218, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 488 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams

SPINACH AND YOGURT DIP



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A food processor transforms a great Middle Eastern spinach dish into a spread. In the traditional dish the spinach is topped with the garlicky yogurt. Here everything is blended together.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     condiments, appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds spinach, stemmed and washed thoroughly in 2 changes of water (or 12 ounces baby spinach)
1 to 2 large garlic cloves (to taste)
Salt to taste
1 cup thick plain yogurt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 allspice berries, ground, or 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice (more to taste)
1 clove, ground, or 1/8 teaspoon ground clove
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 scant teaspoon coriander seeds, or 1 teaspoon freshly ground coriander
Chopped walnuts for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Blanch the spinach for 20 to 30 seconds or steam for 2 to 3 minutes. Rinse and squeeze out excess water and chop coarsely.
  • Pound the garlic to a paste with salt in a mortar and pestle. Stir into the yogurt and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a wide, heavy skillet and add the spices. Cook, stirring, until they begin to sizzle, and add the spinach. Cook, stirring, until heated through and coated with the oil and spices, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a food processor and pulse to a puree. Add the yogurt and blend together. Transfer to a bowl or platter. Serve on croutons or with crudités such as red pepper squares, or with pita triangles. Garnish with chopped walnuts if desired. Serve with pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 562 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TURKISH YOGURT AND SPINACH DIP



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Categories     Nutmeg

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
2 plump garlic cloves, halved, green shoots removed
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice (more to taste)
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
½ cup finely chopped parsley
2 tbsp chopped fresh mint (1 tsp dried mint)
2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cups thickened yogurt or thick Greek style yogurt

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, add the spinach and blanch for 10 to 20 seconds. Transfer to the ice water, cool for a minute, then drain and squeeze dry. Chop coarsely. 2. Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and mash to a paste (alternatively, finely mince). Combine with the lemon juice and olive oil, and let stand for 10 minutes. Stir in the yogurt. 3. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, dill, parsley and mint. Stir in the yogurt and garlic mixture, and the optional scallions. Add freshly ground pepper to taste and more salt if desired. Serve with bread, pita or raw vegetables.

IRANIAN YOGURT AND SPINACH DIP - BORANI ESFANAAJ



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Delicious but you must like walnuts. Modified from a recipe found on http://www.food52.com by shayma.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     Spinach

Time 30m

Yield 2 , 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 ounces Baby Spinach
1 medium clove garlic
1 tablespoon unrefined extra virgin olive oil, plus more to drizzle
2 cups balkan yogurt (thick type only please)
sea salt, to taste
1 teaspoon dried mint (only use dried please!)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted (see recipe)

Steps:

  • Steam baby spinach until just wilted.
  • Drain well and chop fine.
  • Mince 1/2 medium clove garlic and saute in 1 tbs unrefined extra virgin olive oil, then add the chopped spinach and a pinch or two sea salt. Stir.
  • Remove from stove and allow to cool, then squeeze out excess liquid.
  • Toast chopped walnuts in a dry frying pan until fragrant. Be careful not to burn! Set aside to cool.
  • In a bowl and the yogurt, other half minced garlic, baby spinach, and dried mint and sea salt to taste, stir gently.
  • Transfer to the bowl you are serving it in (I use a shallow, round bowl) and sprinkle with toasted, chopped walnuts and a trail of unrefined extra virgin olive oil.
  • Serve with lavash (flatbread from Iran) or "some crisped-up-in-the-oven whole wheat pita bread!" (Yes we don't do that being gluten free! I use more yogurt and serve this as a salad to mix with Middle Eastern rice dishes.).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.3, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 31.9, Sodium 181.6, Carbohydrate 17.1, Fiber 3, Sugar 12.2, Protein 13.3

SPINACH AND ARTICHOKE GREEK YOGURT DIP



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A very healthy and delicious alternative to standard spinach dip. Serve as an appetizer or even as a main dish. The protein in the Greek yogurt makes it a very satisfying meal. Serve with pita bread, tortilla chips, toasted bread, crackers or anything else you can think of.

Provided by Tanya

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 (9 ounce) bag fresh spinach
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and finely chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
2 cups plain non-fat Greek-style yogurt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 pinch ground black pepper, or to taste
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch onion powder, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir spinach until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer spinach to a cutting board and finely chop. Mix spinach, artichoke hearts, and water chestnuts together in a bowl. Add yogurt, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to spinach mixture; stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 4.4 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 537.6 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

TURKISH YOGURT AND SPINACH DIP (NY TIMES RECIPE)



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Appetizer     Yogurt     Healthy

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 6-ounce bag baby spinach
2 plump garlic cloves, halved, green shoots removed
Salt, preferably kosher salt, to taste
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice (more to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, or 1 teaspoon dried mint
2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups thickened yogurt or thick Greek style yogurt
1 bunch scallions, chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, add the spinach and blanch for 10 to 20 seconds. Transfer to the ice water, cool for a minute, then drain and squeeze dry. Chop coarsely. 2. Place the garlic in a mortar and pestle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and mash to a paste (alternatively, finely mince). Combine with the lemon juice and olive oil, and let stand for 10 minutes. Stir in the yogurt. 3. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped spinach, dill, parsley and mint. Stir in the yogurt and garlic mixture, and the optional scallions. Add freshly ground pepper to taste and more salt if desired. Serve with bread, pita or raw vegetables.

HOT SWISS AND SPINACH DIP WITH YOGURT



Hot Swiss and Spinach Dip with Yogurt image

This dip is always a hit at parties, and I never have any left over! You can make it ahead and refrigerate it overnight. Serve with tortillas, crackers, French bread, or pita chips.

Provided by Anne

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup creamy salad dressing, e.g. Miracle Whip ™
½ cup plain yogurt
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 small tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, mix together creamy salad dressing, plain yogurt, chopped spinach, green chile peppers, Swiss cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt and ground black pepper.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 9 inch pie pan. Bake in the preheated oven 25 to 30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned. Sprinkle with tomato before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 108.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 17.7 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 379.2 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

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