Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Artichoke and Spinach Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer typically made with chopped artichoke hearts, spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and a blend of cheeses like Parmesan and mozzarella. It is a popular party and restaurant staple in the United States, often served warm with bread, crackers, or vegetables.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dip is generally high in fat and calories due to its creamy, cheese-based ingredients, with a single serving often containing 200-300 calories. It provides some protein and calcium from the dairy, along with fiber and vitamins A and K from the spinach and artichokes.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Calcium | 180 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Vitamin A | 350 IU |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Vitamin K | 85 mcg |
| Folate | 90 mcg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
While it feels like a classic American party food, the dip's core ingredients—artichokes and spinach—have deep roots in Mediterranean cuisine, making it a modern fusion. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of certain antioxidants and phytonutrients from the vegetables, even within its rich, indulgent base.
