Spinach Dip

Ingredients for Spinach Dip

• 1 bunch scallions, trimmed and cut into thirds

• 1/2 yellow onion, sliced

• 8 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 - 5 oz. package fresh spinach, chopped

• 1 teaspoon salt, divided

• 1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided

• Juice of 1/2 lemon, divided

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 16 oz. container whole milk cottage cheese

How to Make Spinach Dip

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the scallions and onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, until the onion starts to soften.

2. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes, until aromatic. Season with ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.

3. Add the spinach to the pan and cover so it wilts. Check on it after a minute or two, then remove the cover. Cook for another minute or two to fully cook the spinach.

4. Transfer the spinach mixture to a plate to cool.

5. Once the spinach is cool, add it to the bowl of a food processor with lemon juice, onion powder, and garlic powder. Pulse to combine until it forms a paste, then transfer to a large bowl.

6. Add the cottage cheese to the food processor and pulse until just smooth—you don't want it to break.

7. Combine the smooth cottage cheese with the spinach in the bowl and season with another 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and juice of 1/4 lemon. Serve with tortilla chips or spread on toast or crackers. 

What You’ll Need

• Mixing Bowls
• Food Processor
• Sharp Knife

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