Spinach & Artichoke Dip Soup

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This creamy soup captures the essence of spinach-artichoke dip perfectly. A touch of lemon juice adds a refreshing zing. Mop up every last bit with a hearty slice of whole-grain country bread or garnish the soup with crushed pita chips for extra crunch. If you can’t find frozen artichoke hearts, you can opt for canned, but remember to give them a rinse to reduce sodium before adding them to the soup.

By
Julia Levy
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Julia Levy

Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon.

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Published on February 13, 2024
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Amanda Holstein
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Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith.

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Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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a recipe photo of the Spinach-Artichoke Soup
Photo:

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Active Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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the ingredients to make the Spinach-Artichoke Soup

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Ingredients

  • 1 (8-ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion

  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic

  • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained

  • 4 cups lower-sodium vegetable broth

  • 1 (12-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and coarsely chopped

  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

  1. Whisk cream cheese and milk together in a medium bowl until smooth, about 2 minutes.

  2. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring often, until softened and slightly translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add spinach; cook, stirring often to break up any clumps, until separated and warmed through, about 3 minutes. Add broth and artichoke hearts; stir to combine. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, undisturbed, until the artichokes and spinach are completely warmed through and the broth is slightly reduced, about 3 minutes; remove from heat.

    a step in making the Spinach-Artichoke Soup

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  3. Working in 3 batches, whisk in the reserved cream cheese mixture until melted and creamy, about 2 minutes. Add Parmesan, lemon juice and salt, stirring until the cheese is melted.

    a step in making the Spinach-Artichoke Soup

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

  4. Ladle into 8 bowls. Sprinkle with pepper; serve with additional Parmesan, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

183 Calories
10g Fat
18g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 183
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 5g 16%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 8g 15%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 21mg 7%
Vitamin A 470µg
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 2mg 15%
Folate 95µg
Vitamin K 204µg
Sodium 441mg 19%
Calcium 188mg 14%
Iron 1mg 7%
Magnesium 62mg 15%
Potassium 484mg 10%
Zinc 1mg 8%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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