Spinach and Yogurt Dip

Name: Spinach and Yogurt Dip
Yield: makes about 1 1/2 cups (4 to 6 servings)
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon light olive oil; 1 small onion, minced; 2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced; 10 to 12 ounces fresh spinach, well washed, stemmed, and coarsely chopped; 1 cup low-fat plain yogurt or soy yogurt; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

December 9, 2011

Here’s a nourishing dip for whole-grain crackers or pita bread.

Recipe information

Yield
makes about 1 1/2 cups (4 to 6 servings)

Ingredients

1 tablespoon light olive oil

1 small onion, minced

2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced

10 to 12 ounces fresh spinach, well washed, stemmed, and coarsely chopped

1 cup low-fat plain yogurt or soy yogurt

Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

Step 1
Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and garlic and sauté over low heat until lightly golden.
Step 2
Add the spinach, in batches if need be, cover, and cook briefly, just until it wilts. Remove from the heat, and stir in the yogurt. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
nutrition information
Step 3
Calories: 97
Step 4
Total Fat: 4g
Step 5
Protein: 5g
Step 6
Carbohydrate: 9g
Step 7
Cholesterol: 4mg
Step 8
Sodium: 107mg

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