Description
Mediterranean-inspired artichoke dip blends creamy textures with zesty herbs and tangy cheeses for an irresistible appetizer. Each spoonful promises a delightful journey through rich flavors that will make you the star of any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (14 ounces/397 grams) jar artichoke hearts, packed in water, drained
- ½ cup (2 ounces/57 grams) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- ⅓ cup (30 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 grams) 0% Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 grams) light mayonnaise
Seasoning and Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons shallots, chopped
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons whole wheat bread crumbs (or gluten-free crumbs)
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Prepare an oven-safe vessel and set the temperature to a fiery 400°F, creating an ideal baking environment.
- Utilize a compact food processor to gently fragment artichoke hearts alongside delicate shallots, transforming them into a rustic, textured mixture.
- Blend the artichoke-shallot combination with tangy Greek yogurt, rich mayonnaise, aged Parmesan, silky mozzarella, and a delicate seasoning of salt and pepper until the ingredients harmonize into a creamy consistency.
- Carefully transfer the velvety mixture into the designated oven-safe dish, ensuring an even distribution.
- Generously scatter crisp breadcrumbs across the surface, creating a golden, textural crown for the dip.
- Lightly mist the breadcrumb layer with a fine olive oil spray, enhancing potential browning and adding a subtle richness.
- Position the dish in the preheated oven, allowing the dip to transform for 20-25 minutes until it reaches a bubbling, molten state with a perfectly toasted breadcrumb topping.
- Present the steaming dip immediately, accompanied by an array of crunchy chips, crisp crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités for optimal enjoyment.
Notes
- Chop artichoke hearts and shallots coarsely to maintain a chunky texture that adds delightful bite and rustic appeal to the dip.
- Swap Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like coconut yogurt for a vegan-friendly version that keeps the creamy consistency.
- Select high-quality Parmesan and mozzarella for maximum flavor depth, ensuring the cheese melts smoothly and creates a rich, dec
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg