This classic appetizer gets a Paleo makeover, with a creamy, dairy-free cashew base, pan-wilted spinach, and hearty chunks of artichoke heart.

Rich and indulgent, spinach artichoke dip is a savory appetizer everybody loves. Unfortunately, the classic recipe combines heaps of dairy products and unhealthy ingredients. This recipe ditches the dairy in favor of an amazing Paleo alternative: cashew cream! The cream melds with Paleo mayonnaise for velvety smooth texture.

Ready in just 40 minutes, this dip is ideal for entertaining, with a golden-brown baked top and endless options for dipping. You’ll love how easy it is to throw together as well as the simple ingredient list, featuring whole foods like cashews, onions, garlic, spinach, and artichoke hearts.

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How To Make The Creamiest Dips with Zero Dairy

Cashews are the perfect stand-in for inflammatory ingredients like cream cheese and shredded cheese. When soaked in water, they become plump and soften, perfect for blending into a creamy base for anything from cheesecake to dips! For the ideal neutral base, opt for raw, unsalted cashews.

In this recipe, soaked cashews are drained and combined with warm water to create a smooth and creamy texture. Paleo mayonnaise adds even more velvety smooth texture, perfect for mingling with hearty chunks of artichoke heart and wilted spinach.

Helpful Tips To Get Started:

• Dip or spread, your way. Serve this dip with Paleo pita and raw sliced vegetables for dipping, or spread it on Paleo bread for sandwiches.
• Stuff it up! For an indulgent meal, stuff this dip into chicken breasts, sweet potatoes, or mushroom caps.
• Hot or cold, it doesn’t matter. This dip is equally delicious served chilled, making it perfect for entertaining any time of year.
• Make a spread (pun intended). If you’re entertaining, set this dip out with other party favorites, like Crock pot cauliflower cheesy dip or Paleo nacho cheese.

Jennafer Ashley

The Creamiest & Best Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

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Total time:40 mins

Cook Time:30 mins 30 minutes

Prep Time: 10 mins 10 minutes

Serves:8

Nutrition facts:8 grams of protein11 grams of carbohydrates31 grams of fat

The Creamiest & Best Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe

Recipe by: Jennafer Ashley

This classic appetizer gets a Paleo makeover, with a creamy, dairy-free cashew base, pan-wilted spinach, and hearty chunks of artichoke heart.

Tools

• Medium skillet
• Food processor
• 9-by-6-inch casserole dish

Ingredients

• 1 T ghee
• 1/2 cup chopped white onion
• 1 t minced garlic
• 8 cups fresh spinach
• 2 cups cashews, soaked overnight in 2 cups water
• 3/4 cup warm water
• 2/3 cup Paleo mayonnaise
• 1 cup chopped artichoke hearts
• 1/2 t sea salt

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Melt the ghee in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onions. Sauté 5 to 7 minutes, until the onion has softened. Add the spinach and sauté for 3 minutes longer. Turn the heat off.
• Add your drained cashews to a food processor with 3/4 cup warm water. Blend until creamy, about 20 seconds.
• Add the cashew cream, mayonnaise, artichokes, and sea salt into the pan with the spinach and combine. Pour into a 9-by-6-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
• Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until golden brown. Serve hot.

Looking for Paleo ingredients? Here are a few we’d recommend:
Ghee (Pure Indian Foods)
Raw cashews (Terrasoul Superfoods)
Primal mayonnaise Primal Kitchen
Sea salt (REDMOND)

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