This can make a nice starter/appetizer like the traditional one but the spinach is not mixed with the yogurt and I’ve added some new ingredients that add to the intensity of the flavors. Also, I used turkey bacon instead of the regular one. I never had it before and heard the taste is awful! In comparison, nothing tastes like bacon but real bacon 😉 but actually, turkey bacon is pretty good if you taste it without comparing the two. For 4 servings which will make 4 small bowls, you will need the followings:
- 1 bag (oz) fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup dill, chopped
- 2 or 3 slices turkey or applewood smoked bacon
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Place bacon in a single layer in an unheated skillet and cook on medium heat to your desired crispness. You should keep turning to make sure they’re crispy all around. Then, drain on paper towels.
Heat up the oil in a medium size pan,add spinach, mint, dill and green onions with the spices, sea salt, and stir to mix them together. Add half a cup water and cover it for about 15 minutes until soft.
Use a fork to mash it in a bowl. Chop the bacon slices in small pieces. Serve in small bowls and top them with some yogurt and chopped bacon.
This looks so yummy! I make a recipe similar to this and it’s always a big hit. This year, I decided to put a Halloween spin on it for a Halloween party we were hosting: http://sweetseatstreats.wordpress.com/2014/11/09/classic-creamy-spinach-dip/
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