CREAMY SPINACH AND SWEET-ONION DIP WITH CRUDITES

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Spinach and watercress, abundant in antioxidants, are no chore to eat when blended into this healthful yet indulgent take on spinach dip. Avocado lends it richness, and colorful crudites add crunch but not empty calories.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 2 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium Vidalia or other sweet onion, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
8 ounces (6 cups) fresh spinach, stemmed
1 ounce (1 cup) watercress leaves, coarsely chopped
1/2 avocado, halved, pitted, and peeled
1 cup plain nonfat yogurt, preferably Greek
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, such as Tabasco
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
Crudites (such as spears of English cucumber, peeled baby carrots, and trimmed radishes), for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook until softened, about 8 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, add garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion and garlic are very soft and golden, about 20 minutes. Add spinach, and cook, tossing often, until wilted, about 4 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  • Puree mixture in a food processor until smooth. Add watercress, avocado, yogurt, lemon zest and juice, hot sauce, and salt, and season with pepper. Puree until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days). Stir the dip, and serve with crudites.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 125 g

Don Mvppimp
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This dip is a must-try for any spinach lover. It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


ishan mirja
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This dip is the perfect comfort food. It's creamy, cheesy, and so flavorful. I love serving it with a warm baguette.


C Liam
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I love that this dip is made with simple, everyday ingredients. I always have these on hand, so I can make this dip anytime I want.


Loveth Kofoshi
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This dip is the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


FAHAD ALI BHURGRI
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This dip is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They'll love the creamy spinach and sweet onion flavor.


MDaslam ali
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This dip is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when I'm ready to serve it.


Phe Vundla
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I've made this dip several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect party food.


Ssempijja Rusha
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This dip is so creamy and smooth. It's the perfect consistency for dipping vegetables or crackers.


Benedict Abougye-Nketiah
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I love the addition of sweet onion to this dip. It gives it a really nice depth of flavor.


Lanre Daniel YS
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This dip is so good, I could eat it every day. It's the perfect appetizer or snack.


Sial King
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I made this dip exactly as the recipe said, and it turned out perfectly. It was creamy, flavorful, and delicious.


Abdullah Khan
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This dip is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it.


Sbahle Mkhahlela
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I love that this dip is made with fresh spinach. It gives it a really nice flavor and texture.


Kathryn Snyder
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This dip is perfect for any occasion. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just as a snack for myself.


Massiye nyang'wa
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I'm not usually a fan of spinach dip, but this one changed my mind. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Natukunda Judith
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This dip is so addictive! I could eat it all day long.


Samikshya Khadka
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I made this dip for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. Thanks for the great recipe!


Sk Sijan
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I've tried many spinach dips before, but this one is by far the best. The combination of spinach, sweet onion, and cream cheese is perfect.


Torikul islam
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This dip was very easy to make and it was so creamy and delicious. I served it with a variety of crudités and it was a big hit with my family and friends.