Description
This creamy dairy-free spinach artichoke dip is a delicious, plant-based alternative to the classic. Made with coconut cream, avocado oil mayo, and nutritional yeast, it delivers rich, cheesy flavors without any dairy. Perfectly baked to bubbly perfection and served warm, this dip is ideal for parties, snacks, or anytime you crave a comforting, healthier treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 3 ounces Fresh spinach (chopped)
- 1/2 medium-sized Yellow onion (diced)
- 1 14-ounce can Artichoke hearts (quartered and chopped)
Dairy-Free Creamy Base
- 1 5.4 fl oz can Coconut cream (stirred)
- 1/2 cup Avocado oil mayo
Flavorings & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tablespoon Basil (dried or fresh)
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 pinch Red pepper flakes (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 400°F to ensure it’s ready for baking the dip evenly.
- Prepare Vegetables: Chop the garlic, fresh spinach, yellow onion, and artichoke hearts into bite-sized pieces. Combine all these chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Creamy Base: Add the coconut cream, avocado oil mayo, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, dried or fresh basil, salt, and black pepper to the mixing bowl with vegetables. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the combined mixture into an 8×8 inch casserole dish, spreading it evenly for uniform baking.
- Bake the Dip: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the dip is hot, bubbly, and slightly golden on top.
- Cool and Serve: After baking, let the dip cool for 10-15 minutes to thicken and develop flavor. Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes on top before serving for an added kick.
Notes
- You can use either fresh or frozen spinach; if using frozen, thaw and drain excess water before adding.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste for preferred seasoning balance.
- Red pepper flakes add a spicy touch, but are optional and can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- This dip can be served warm with crackers, chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently before serving.
