Healthified Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Healthified Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl
80 min.
72
29kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than this Healthified Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl! Perfect for any occasion, this vegetarian delight is not only packed with flavor but also offers a guilt-free indulgence with just 29 calories per serving.

This recipe combines the rich, earthy taste of spinach with the satisfying crunch of water chestnuts and the aromatic touch of fresh herbs like tarragon or dill. The creamy base, made from fat-free Greek yogurt and low-fat sour cream, ensures that every bite is both creamy and light. With the addition of garlic and green onions, this dip is bursting with flavor that will keep your guests coming back for more.

What makes this dish truly special is the presentation. Served in a hollowed-out whole wheat bread bowl, it not only looks stunning on your table but also provides a perfect vessel for dipping. The bread pieces surrounding the dip make it easy for everyone to enjoy, creating a fun and interactive dining experience.

Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a family gathering, or simply looking for a tasty snack, this Healthified Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • lb bread whole wheat 100%
  • oz water chestnuts drained sliced chopped canned
  • teaspoons tarragon fresh chopped
  • 18 oz spinach green frozen chopped giant®
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • cup greek yogurt plain fat-free
  • cup spring onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • cup cream sour low-fat
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Cook spinach as directed on boxes; cool. Squeeze water from spinach; discard water. In large bowl, mix all ingredients except bread. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  2. Just before serving, cut 1- to 2-inch slice from top of loaf. Hollow out loaf by cutting along edge with serrated knife, leaving 1-inch shell, and pulling out large chunks of bread.
  3. Cut or tear top slice and hollowed-out bread into bite-size pieces.
  4. Place hollowed-out loaf on serving plate; fill with spinach dip. Arrange bread pieces around loaf to use for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories29kcal
Protein19.3%
Fat21.13%
Carbs59.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.09
Glycemic Load
1.65
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
3.888695679605%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:28.57kcal
1.43%
Fat:0.69g
1.06%
Saturated Fat:0.26g
1.65%
Carbohydrates:4.38g
1.46%
Net Carbohydrates:3.75g
1.36%
Sugar:0.66g
0.73%
Cholesterol:1.26mg
0.42%
Sodium:39.34mg
1.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.42g
2.84%
Vitamin K:29.59µg
28.18%
Vitamin A:858.01IU
17.16%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.94%
Folate:17.53µg
4.38%
Selenium:2.69µg
3.85%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.74%
Calcium:26.57mg
2.66%
Fiber:0.62g
2.5%
Iron:0.45mg
2.49%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.41%
Magnesium:9.32mg
2.33%
Vitamin B3:0.43mg
2.14%
Phosphorus:19.47mg
1.95%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.74%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.61%
Potassium:55.76mg
1.59%
Copper:0.03mg
1.36%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.09%