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Creamy Artichoke and Greek Yogurt Dip

This creamy artichoke dip blends tangy Greek yogurt with dill-infused olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and lemon for a savory, herbaceous spread or sauce. With a smooth texture and easy adaptability, it’s perfect for texture-modified diets or anyone looking for a flavorful, veggie-forward dip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Dips and Spreads, Snack
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can of artichoke hearts drained
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon dill-infused olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 tablespoon lemon-thickened water for higher IDDSI levels
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Food processor or high-speed blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, add the artichoke hearts, Greek yogurt, balsamic vinegar, and dill-infused olive oil. Blend until smooth. Adjust the texture with lemon juice or lemon-thickened water, adding as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  2. Add the cumin, salt, and pepper, blending again until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
  3. For a garnish, drizzle a bit of dill olive oil and sprinkle a dash of cumin on top.

Notes

IDDSI Texture Modifications:
  • Puree 4 (PU4): Blend all ingredients until completely smooth, serve on a plate with “bites” of the dip with a pregelled pretzel, cracker, or a favorite vegetable puree like carrot.
  • Minced & Moist 5 (MM5): Prepare the dip as above, served with "bites" of minced pregelled bread or soft vegetables.
  • Soft & Bite-sized 6 (SB6): Prepare the dip as above, with softened bites of pregelled bread or soft vegetables 15mm and smaller.
  • Easy to Chew 7 (EC7): The modification level is very personalized when it comes to breads. Peeled vegetables or unrinded cheeses are a bit more consistently tolerated across people currently eating at this level.
Macro Adjustments:
  • Protein: The greek yogurt base is the foundation for solid protein, unflavored whey could be used to supercharge.
  • Fats: There are a lot of options for fat content with greek yogurts, but make sure you're getting plain!
  • Carbs: The items eaten with this dip are the main control here; skip the bread for some veggies to help keep carbs in check.
Dietary Swaps:
  • Gluten-free: The dip is naturally gluten free; opt for veggies and cheeses for combining with the dip.
  • Dairy-free/Vegan: Plant based yogurts can offer another way to decide on flavors to combine with your herbs.
Low-Spoons Shortcuts:
  • If you don’t have dill-infused olive oil, simply blend a few dill sprigs with regular olive oil and strain.