Can we all just agree that the best part of winter might be the warm and hearty, stick-to-your-bones food that accompanies it? I mean, in addition to the fabulous winter clothes, cozy blankets, and general merry-making. This Keto Artichoke Spinach Dip is a fantastic way to embrace the cold winter air with a delicious salty + savory warm-up that fits a low-carb diet.
How to serve Keto Artichoke Spinach Dip
I love to serve this dip with Keto-friendly vessels like pork rinds, bake parmesan crisps (because you can never have too much cheese), or lower carb veggies like celery, cucumber, and bell peppers. For those not abstaining from the carbs, but wanting to limit grain or gluten, I love this dip with Siete Grain Free Tortillas Chips or grain-free toast points.
On the off chance you actually have leftovers
This Keto Artichoke Spinach Dip is superb as a low-carb filling for stuffed mushrooms or baby bell peppers. It’s so good I slathered a bit on top of gluten-free toast and topped it with a fried egg for breakfast one morning. No regrets.
A note for special diets
This Keto Artichoke Spinach Dip is grain-free, gluten-free, low-carb, low-lactose, vegetarian, and friendly for SIBO diets. I choose to use a combination of lactose-free cream cheese and low-lactose aged cheese for this to keep it SIBO-friendly. Sharp cheddar, parmesan, and gruyere are aged cheeses which usually only containing trace amounts (0.5 grams or less) of lactose. If you are not lactose-sensitive, regular cream cheese works perfectly as well in place of the lactose-free. For those following a Keto diet, the net carb count per 1/2 cup serving of this Artichoke Spinach Dip is only 3 grams.
Keto Artichoke Spinach Dip
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Yield 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 tbsp garlic oil (may sub 3 cloves minced garlic and 4 tbsp olive oil)
- 16 oz frozen spinach
- 2 (8.5 oz) cans artichoke hearts, roughly chopped
- 8 oz cream cheese (I prefer this lactose-free version)
- 1 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups parmesan cheese, shredded and divided
- 1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg, ground
- 1/4 tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 C).
- In a large skillet, melt the butter and garlic oil (or minced garlic) together over medium heat.
- Add the spinach and artichoke hearts to the pan and sautee for a few minutes until spinach has thawed.
- Add the cream cheese, white cheddar, 1 cup of parmesan, and gruyere and mix to combine.
- Season with red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, nutmeg, and mustard powder. Stir to combine.
- Once the mixture is sufficiently melted and combined, transfer it to an oven safe baking dish and top with the remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the parmesan on top is golden brown. Serve warm.
Courses Appetizers & Bites
Cuisine American
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/2 cup
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 283 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 24 g | 37% | |
Saturated Fat 11 g | 55% | |
Cholesterol 50 mg | 17% | |
Sodium 348 mg | 15% | |
Total Carbohydrates 5 g | 2% | |
Dietary Fiber 2 g | 8% | |
Sugars 1 g | ||
Protein 12 g | 24% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Elaine Benoit
January 29, 2019 at 6:59 amThis looks like the best artichoke spinach dip I’ve ever seen! I can’t believe that it’s keto! I can not wait to make it for my next dinner party!!
Carrie | Clean Eating Kitchen
January 29, 2019 at 8:35 amYummy! I love that this is keto compliant – there’s always so much tasty food we can’t have! Serving this up for my super bowl party for sure!
Morgan Eisenberg
January 29, 2019 at 12:24 pmPeople give keto a hard time but all I see is garlic, cheese, and butter. What’s not to love about this recipe??
Katie
January 29, 2019 at 2:04 pmThis looks so delicious! Put gruyere cheese in a recipe and I’m game!!
Kelly Anthony
January 29, 2019 at 2:48 pmThis keto artichoke spinach dip will be perfect for serving at this Sunday’s super bowl party. My friends doing the keto diet will sure appreciate this yummy recipe!
Sharon
January 30, 2019 at 9:58 amI cannot resist a creamy, delicious spinach dip. I love this recipe because it’s perfect for guests who are looking for keto options.
Kelsey
January 30, 2019 at 9:11 pmThis looks so tasty! I have several keto friends at work I’ll have to share it with.
Daniela
January 31, 2019 at 2:45 pmPerfect for Super Bowl Sunday coming up! Always love a good winer dip. Thanks for sharing :).
Meg Cotner
January 31, 2019 at 4:56 pmHoly smokes, this sounds amazing. I will have to give it a try!
Megan Joy
January 31, 2019 at 10:17 pmOh my gosh this looks so good! Artichoke dip is one of my favorite apps so I may have to try and make this at home 🙂
Veena Azmanov
February 1, 2019 at 12:20 amI love artichokes and spinach combination. This looks really indulgent and creamy. I would enjoy this very much. Can’t wait to try. Saving for later.
Nicole
February 1, 2019 at 5:52 pmThis is absolutely perfect. I found Coconut Tortilla Chip at a health food that would go well with these.
Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli
February 2, 2019 at 12:46 amDelicious! I haven’t found anybody that didn’t like artichoke spinach dip and this is a healthier and yummy version. Thank you!
Anne Lawton
February 2, 2019 at 3:09 pmmmm I love a good spinach and artichoke dip! Thanks for sharing.
Amanda M Mason
February 3, 2019 at 12:49 pmI’ve recently fallen in love with artichoke hearts so this appetizer looks amazing! Loving that this is grain-free, gluten-free, low-carb, low-lactose! Loving that low lactose option! What a great recipe for superbowl sunday!
Leslie Haasch
February 3, 2019 at 2:55 pmI love love LOVE artichoke spinach dips – I can’t believe this one is keto! Totally what I need leading up to my wedding.
Veronika's Kitchen
February 3, 2019 at 5:16 pmWe love all different dips, and spinach artichoke flavor is one of our favorites! Will save your recipe to make it later!
Natalie
February 4, 2019 at 4:08 amI love artichoke but actually never made anything like this before. I must give this recipe a try. Looks fantastic. Texture is amazing. And flavors are perfect.
Gloria
February 11, 2019 at 2:09 pmI love using artichokes in dips. This looks totally addictive. I know it would be a hit at my next party. The guests will devour it for sure.
Aleta
February 11, 2019 at 9:01 pmI’m always looking for delicious dip recipes to add to my favourites that are yummy and fit into my low carb lifestyle. This spinach dip looks like a perfect fit!
Corina Blum
February 12, 2019 at 2:33 amOh yum! What an absolute comfort food dip! It sounds so tasty and it’s great for those who want to stick to a keto diet.
Anna
February 13, 2019 at 2:28 amArtichokes are one of my favourite things in the world! And this dip looks just incredible, looking at the photos gives me all sorts of cravings!
Pavani
February 13, 2019 at 4:16 pmThat is such a creamy, cheesy and delicious dip. Love that it is Keto – I’m looking for keto recipes for my husband and this one looks just perfect to try.
April
February 13, 2019 at 4:52 pmWell, I can’t but agree with you – you are right on spot there! One of the best things about winter for me is all the special-winter-type of food that I make so this dip will be a fantastic addition! Can’t wait!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
February 14, 2019 at 5:05 amI am loving the combination of cheeses with the red pepper flakes! I also love the different dipping item options like pork rinds or bake parmesan crisps- I would have never thought of those and it sounds really good.
Byron Thomas
February 14, 2019 at 5:52 amBefore I comment on your recipe, I just wanted to say that the phrase “merry-making” is now mine. I have adopted/stolen it from you. I love it! 🙂
Ok, on to serious stuff – I’m really thinking hard about jumping on the keto wagon, and you might have just convinced me. This dip looks and sounds amazing! I completely digging the addition of the mustard powder and red chili flakes! Oh, and I would TOTALLY eat this for breakfast on toast too!
Whip & Wander
February 26, 2019 at 5:39 pmHa! Merry-making is one of my favorite phrases too. The fella does Keto and loves it. I am a little bit more flexible with my carbs, but with dishes like this I totally don’t miss them. It’s awesome served with some low carb veggies or pork rinds to keep it Keto.
Melissa
February 14, 2019 at 1:42 pmThis brings me back to my first date with my hubby, the restaurant was famous for their spinach artichoke dip!! I have never tried to make it myself, though this has me inspired…and drooling!
Whip & Wander
February 26, 2019 at 5:37 pmI bet this would be a really fun dish to make for a spectacular night in then!
denise
February 15, 2019 at 5:58 amThat is a whole lot of good cheese in there! I follow a low carb diet and this looks delicious! It will be great for when I have book club and need to bring something keto friendly for me and my friends!
Whip & Wander
February 26, 2019 at 5:37 pmIt’s one of those fun “indulgent” dishes that you don’t have to tell anyone is low carb. So much melty goodness!
Marisa F. Stewart
February 16, 2019 at 1:58 pmOh, MY!! The artichoke dip looks so good. I could make that into my meal. I wouldn’t even need bread – crudités would be fine with me. That melting cheese is making my mouth water. We have a jar of artichokes in the pantry that would be great in this recipe.
Whip & Wander
February 26, 2019 at 5:36 pmI totally agree about making it into a meal. I have definitely slathered this on some GF toast and topped it with an egg – so good!
Kathryn
February 17, 2019 at 8:13 amSpinach artichoke dip is always such a hit at parties. It’s great that you made this version Keto!!
Jo
February 17, 2019 at 11:58 pmI can’t stop looking at this delicious dip, artichoke spinach dip is one of my most favorite dip. I can’t believe this is made keto friendly. Just perfect. Can’t wait to give it a try
Jagruti Dhanecha
February 18, 2019 at 1:29 amWe started liking artichokes and can’t wait to try this recipe, looks delicious and cheesy.
Amanda
May 19, 2019 at 11:34 pmI can never get enough of a creamy dip, and then when you put in Gruyere? Talk about my perfect dip! Thanks for sharing. This is always such a hit.