Spinach Artichoke Dip

This creamy, chunky, no-cooking-required dip is a great staple for summer parties or Netflix snack time. No fuss, big winner!

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Let’s face it, during the warm months (though this certainly isn’t only a summer dip) our appetites and eating habits change. Sometimes we just want something lighter, savory and satisfying. Great served with chips, spread on a sandwich or warm toast. This is always a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 jar of marinated artichokes, 14 oz
• 1 cup of fresh spinach
• 4-6 oz of tofu
• 2 Tbsp vegan mayo
• 2 Tbsp vegan sour cream
• 2 tsp fresh chopped garlic
• 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast
• 2 tsp salt
• Juice of ½ lemon or lime

Directions:

1. In a blender add tofu, mayo, sour cream, salt and nutritional yeast and drizzle in olive oil until blended into a thick puree (add a little more tofu if too thin).
2. In a separate bowl, roughly chop spinach and artichokes, add garlic, pour the sauce over and mix. Note: Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
3. When ready to serve, heat up the mixture on a sheet pan for 10 minutes. Put in a bowl and serve with chips or cracker.

Keep these ingredients on hand to toss together on short notice — perfect to bring to your next potluck or pool party! YUM.

—Lea Haas, Owner, The Garden Cafe Woodstock