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It’s dip time! Healthy spinach dip, at that!
Usually when I think of a dip recipe, I think of something gooey and cheesy, with very little nutritional value. And although I love (!) gooey, cheesy things, there’s no reason at all why healthy dips can’t be just as delicious! This healthy spinach dip is crammed with vegetables, and has plenty of Greek yogurt to transform them into a creamy, protein-packed dip that’s perfect for smothering on a cracker.
It’s actually been a while since I enjoyed a really healthy recipe this much. I know it’s not much to look at, but this healthy spinach dip is really, really tasty (though to be honest, with something this beautifully creamy, it would take a lot to deter me!).
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