Slow-Cooker Artichoke-Crab Spread

Slow-Cooker Artichoke-Crab Spread
90 min.
24
58kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and easy-to-make appetizer that will impress your guests at your next gathering? Look no further than this Slow-Cooker Artichoke-Crab Spread! This creamy, savory dip combines the rich flavors of imitation crabmeat and artichoke hearts, perfectly complemented by the tangy notes of lemon juice and the sharpness of Parmesan cheese. It's a crowd-pleaser that’s not only delicious but also incredibly simple to prepare.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as this spread simmers away in your slow cooker, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. In just 90 minutes, you can create a warm, inviting dip that pairs perfectly with slices of French baguette or cocktail rye bread. Whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a cozy night in, or looking for a tasty addition to your holiday spread, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

With only 58 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! Plus, the combination of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates makes it a satisfying choice for any occasion. So gather your ingredients, fire up your slow cooker, and get ready to serve a dip that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cup imitation crab refrigerated flake-style (from 8-oz package)
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • teaspoons juice of lemon 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion sliced
  • 14 oz artichoke hearts drained coarsely chopped canned
  • oz cream cheese cubed
  • slices crusty baguette french
  •  bell pepper red cut into wedges, if desired

Equipment

  • spatula
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Spray 1- to 1 1/2-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In cooker, place all ingredients except bread.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. Stir until cheese is smooth.
  3. Scrape down side of cooker with rubber spatula to help prevent edge of spread from scorching.
  4. Serve with bread slices.
  5. Spread can be kept warm on Low heat setting up to 3 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories58kcal
Protein13.35%
Fat60.36%
Carbs26.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.78
Glycemic Load
0.66
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.7821739060075%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.12mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:58.35kcal
2.92%
Fat:3.89g
5.98%
Saturated Fat:2.24g
14.02%
Carbohydrates:3.81g
1.27%
Net Carbohydrates:3.31g
1.2%
Sugar:1.05g
1.16%
Cholesterol:12.18mg
4.06%
Sodium:177.95mg
7.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.94g
3.87%
Vitamin C:6.86mg
8.32%
Vitamin A:310.61IU
6.21%
Calcium:30.13mg
3.01%
Phosphorus:26.33mg
2.63%
Vitamin K:2.67µg
2.55%
Selenium:1.78µg
2.55%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.26%
Fiber:0.5g
2%
Folate:5.52µg
1.38%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.21%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.19%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.1%