Here’s a nourishing dip for whole-grain crackers or pita bread.

　　

Ingredients

makes about 1 1/2 cups (4 to 6 servings)

　　1 tablespoon light olive oil

　　1 small onion, minced

　　2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced

　　10 to 12 ounces fresh spinach, well washed, stemmed, and coarsely chopped

　　1 cup low-fat plain yogurt or soy yogurt

　　Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

　　

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and garlic and sauté over low heat until lightly golden.

　　

Step 2

Add the spinach, in batches if need be, cover, and cook briefly, just until it wilts. Remove from the heat, and stir in the yogurt. Season with salt and pepper, and serve.

　　

nutrition information

Step 3

Calories: 97

　　

Step 4

Total Fat: 4g

　　

Step 5

Protein: 5g

　　

Step 6

Carbohydrate: 9g

　　

Step 7

Cholesterol: 4mg

　　

Step 8

Sodium: 107mg

　　The Vegetarian 5-Ingredient Gourmet