Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip
Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip
A fresh, cream-free spinach-artichoke dip blended from white kidney beans, scallions, basil and lemon, with minced marinated artichokes folded through.
Prep: 15 minutes · Cook: 3 minutes
What Is Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip?
A fresh take on spinach-artichoke dip with no cream or cheese: wilted spinach pureed with white kidney beans, scallions, basil and lemon, with marinated artichokes folded through for texture.
Why Make Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip?
- All the spinach-artichoke flavour, none of the cream
- Beans make it silky and protein-rich
- No oven — just a steamer and a food processor
- Naturally vegan as written
- Bright lemon keeps it tasting fresh
Unico Products Used in This Recipe
Ingredients
- 140 g fresh spinach (rinsed and stemmed (5 oz))
- 2 cloves garlic (pressed or minced)
- 1 cup white kidney beans (canned, rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup scallions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh basil (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh, plus more to taste)
- 5 marinated artichokes (minced)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Using just the water clinging to the rinsed leaves, steam the spinach until just wilted, 2-3 minutes.
- In a food processor, puree the spinach, garlic, beans, scallions, basil and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice until very smooth.
- Fold in the minced artichokes.
- Add more lemon juice and salt to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with pita bread and crisp crudites.
Cooking Tips
- Steam the spinach with only the rinse water clinging to it
- Puree until completely smooth before folding in artichokes
- Mince the artichokes so every scoop gets some
- Season after chilling — cold dulls salt and lemon
- Serve with warm pita and crisp vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions About Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip
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1. Is this like restaurant spinach-artichoke dip?
It's the fresh, cream-free cousin — beans stand in for the dairy, so it's lighter and brighter.
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2. Is it vegan?
Yes, as written it's entirely plant-based.
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3. Can I serve it warm?
It's designed for chilled or room-temperature serving; gentle warming works but isn't needed.
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4. What beans should I use?
White kidney (cannellini) beans for their mild flavour and creamy blend.
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5. How long does it keep?
Up to 3 days refrigerated; stir and re-season before serving.
Cooking Guides & Tips
- Marinated Artichokes: How to Use Them How to use jarred marinated artichokes — straight from the jar to salads, pastas, pizzas and dips.
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Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip Made Simple
Spinach and Artichoke Heart Dip delivers the favourite flavour combination without a drop of cream. Unico marinated artichokes give it the tangy heart.