Classic Spinach-Artichoke Dip with Mozzarella and Parmesan - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed, drained
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 3/4 teaspoon paprika
- 14 ounces canned or frozen artichoke hearts (about 2 cups), thawed, drained, coarsely chopped
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup (or more) heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated mozzarella
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Squeeze as much liquid out of the spinach as possible with a a clean dishtowel or paper towels. Melt butter in a large pan over medium-high heat. Sauté shallot until soft, 3 –5 minutes. Stir in paprika and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add spinach, artichoke hearts, cream cheese, cream, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until warmed through and slightly reduced, 8 –10 minutes. Fold in mozzarella and Parmesan and cook until melted; add more cream if needed to reach desired consistency. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Lemon, Spinach.
Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form. Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and an...
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