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Published: May 22, 2015Updated: April 19, 2022Author: Jenn Laughlin
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This easy cheesy asparagus spinach dip is ready to rock your next party or potluck!
Guys, I have an announcement.
WE’RE MOVINGBACK TO FLORIDA! FLORIDA!!!
I am so completelyout-of-my-mind exited! I’ve spent over 25 years calling the sunshine state home and was starting to wonder if we’d ever get the chance to move back. We did! It’s happening! Thank you Marine Corps!!!!
And with that, I’ve exhausted my exclamation point usage for the day.
Though I clearly want to jump for joy, the whole ordeal little bittersweet. I’m really going to miss this little house of mineand my neighborhood full of crazy. I wish I could uproot both and take them with me. This is the first time we’ve really set down roots and saying goodbye tomy friends-turned-family is going to be so flipping hard.
Cue ugly cry.
sidenote: Is their a tinder page for finding new BFFs?
As super exciting as a fresh start is, this one has me weepy. I’m not entirely sure, but running into a compete stranger’s house and plopping down on the couch is probably frowned upon. Maybe… Probably. I’ll let you know how it goes when I forget where I am and actually attempt it! Eek!
Luckily I get to take you guys with me! We can stay up all nightsnacking on spinach dip and veggies, gabbing about how awesome asparagusis and how we’re going to eat eleventy million heirloom tomatoes once they’re in season… Just me? Fine, we don’t have to talk about veggies, but we will eat them!
Easy Cheesy Asparagus Spinach Dip
This easy cheesy asparagus spinach dip is a veg-tastic spin on the classic! With an entire bunch of asparagus spears and a whole box of fresh spinach in the recipe, green has never tasted so good! If you love spinach and artichoke dip you’re going to adore this tasty twist!
Easy Cheesy Asparagus Spinach Dip
This easy cheesy asparagus spinach dip is ready to rock your next party or potluck!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Asparagus Spinach Dip
Prep Time: 8 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Author: Jenn Laughlin - Peas and Crayons
Ingredients
- 1 bunch asparagus [approx 38 spears]
- 3 cloves garlic
- 5-6 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ⅔ cup parmesan cheese coarsely grated + packed
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
- 5 oz fresh baby spinach
- 1-2 tsp olive oil
- 2-3 oz grated or sliced mozzarella cheese
- parsley, parmesan, and red pepper flakes to garnish
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
Trim and rinse your asparagus stalks, then blanch or steam until tender.
In a food processor, combine asparagus, garlic, cream cheese, and parm cheese along with your garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, salt and paprika. Blend until creamy and smooth.
In a well-seasoned cast iron skillet, sauté an entire package of spinach with a little bit of olive oil, then add your asparagus dip.
Fold together and top with fresh mozzarella [or try gouda!] and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
Garnish with your favorites [parsley, part, red pepper flakes, etc...] and grab your favorite dippers!
Dive in!
Notes
Recipe yields 3 cups of dreamy dip.
Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 113kcal, Carbohydrates: 4g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 260mg, Potassium: 236mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 2109IU, Vitamin C: 8mg, Calcium: 152mg, Iron: 2mg
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so . . . how was it?
Ah-mazing! I’m sure a few of you are scratching your heads wondering whyyyy on earth I snuck asparagus spears into spinach dip, but you know you’re curious! I’ve long been a fan of whipping up asparagus pesto as a sauce and spread for pasta, flatbreads, pizza, and sandwiches, and this dreamy diptakes its fantastic flavor to the next level! Try it!
Dive in with tortilla chips, crusty bread, crunchy crudities, and all your favorite dippers!
If you get a chance to try this gorgeous green asparagus spinach dip recipe,let me know! You can leave me a comment here (LOVE checking those daily!) or tag @PEASandCRAYONS on Instagram so I can happy dance over your creations. I can’t wait to see what you whip up!
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About The Author:
Jenn Laughlin
Hi! I’m Jenn and I’m here to help you eat your veggies! It'll be fun, painless, and pretty darn delicious as I teach you to plan your meals around fresh, seasonal produce with a little help from healthy freezer and pantry staples.
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