A vibrant and creamy dip featuring avocado and spinach, perfect for festive gatherings.
Author:info-nailzspagmail-com
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Blending
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted
1 cup fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried
1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh vegetable sticks or tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
In a food processor, combine the ripe avocado and fresh spinach leaves. Blend until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides as needed.
Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and grated parmesan cheese into the avocado-spinach mixture. Blend again until well-combined and no lumps remain.
Sprinkle in the lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Blend once more until all the ingredients are mixed thoroughly.
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, pepper, or lime juice according to your preference.
Transfer the Creamy Spinach Avocado Grinch Dip to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
When ready to serve, give the dip a good stir and garnish with additional grated parmesan cheese if desired.
Pair the dip with fresh vegetable sticks or tortilla chips and enjoy your vibrant green treat!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.