Dipper for spinach artichoke dip
A dipper for spinach artichoke dip refers to the edible items used to scoop up the creamy, savory dip, most commonly tortilla chips, pita chips, or sliced baguette. The dip itself is a rich blend of spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, sour cream, and often Parmesan or mozzarella cheese. While the dip is a popular American party food, the concept of using a vehicle for dipping is a universal culinary practice.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
The dipper is typically a carbohydrate-rich vehicle, while the spinach artichoke dip it accompanies is high in fat and protein from cheeses and dairy. A serving provides a mix of energy from carbs and fats, along with calcium from the cheese and some vitamins from the spinach.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 115 mg |
| Iron | 0.5 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.1 mg |
| Niacin | 1.2 mg |
| Folate | 15 µg |
| Calcium | 30 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Potassium | 45 mg |
Per 1 oz (28 g) tortilla chips (approx. 7-10 chips) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The popularity of this dip in the U.S. surged in the 1970s and 80s, becoming a staple of casual entertaining. Nutritionally, the spinach and artichokes offer fiber and antioxidants, which contrast with the high-fat base of the dip.
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