Creamy Artichoke and Spinach Dip - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 8 cups fresh spinach
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zest finely grated
- 2 (14 oz) cans artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 6 oz (about 1 1/2 cups) Parmesan cheese, freshly grated, divided
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon bottled cayenne pepper sauce
- pita chips, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside
- Blanch spinach. Squeeze excess water.
- In a medium bowl, mix together spinach, garlic and lemon zest. Add artichoke hearts, 1 cup Parmesan, sour cream, mayonnaise and cayenne pepper sauce. Mix. Place into prepared casserole dish. Bake for 30 minutes. The last 5 minutes add the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan to the top. Makes 3 1/2 cups. Serve hot or cold along with pita chips.
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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