Cheesy Spinach-Artichoke Dip - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
0
Calories
0g
Protein
0g
Carbs
0g
Fat
This slow-cooker spinach-artichoke dip is so rich and satisfying, you won't even know that it's low in fat and calories, too!
Ingredients
- 11 (6-inch) pita bread rounds
- 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, packed without oil
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 (14-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained and coarsely chopped
- 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed, drained, and squeezed dry
- 1 (8-ounce) tub light cream cheese, softened
- 1 (8-ounce) carton low-fat sour cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup fat-free milk
- 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup fat-free mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 °.
- Split each pita bread in half horizontally; cut each half into 6 wedges. Place pita wedges in a single layer on baking sheets; bake at 350 ° for 10 minutes or until toasted.
- Combine sun-dried tomatoes and boiling water in a bowl; let stand for 1 hour or until soft.
- Place artichokes and next 11 ingredients (through garlic) in a 3 1/2-quart electric slow cooker; stir well. Cover with lid; cook on low-heat setting 1 hour. Drain tomatoes; stir into dip. Cover and cook 1 hour. Serve warm with toasted pita wedges.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Spinach.
Spinach is a nutrient-dense leafy green vegetable that is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and antioxidants. The high iron content in spinach helps combat anemia, which is common in women with PCOS. Magnesium helps reduce inflammation and improve insulin sensitivity. The antioxidants in spinach can help lower oxidative stress, which is beneficial for managing PCOS symptoms. Including spinach in your diet can support overall health and well-being.
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