Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip

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WW creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip is a luxurious but balanced appetizer blending seafood with rich flavor. It is more like a party dip, but has been made lighter to be included in the Weight Watchers program. What you have are soft shrimp, sweet crab meat, and torn spinach mixed up in a creamy base. This is an ideal dipping sauce to use during holidays, game nights, or family dinners at home. It goes well with veggie sticks, whole-grain crackers, or toasted pita chips. WW Creamy Shrimp and Crab Spinach Dip is simple to prepare, and it feels fancy yet remains realistic. Each dish is filling but not very bulky, thus you can indulge and still cut down on your targets.

STATS

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, High-protein
  • Course: Appetizer, Snack
  • Cuisine: American
  • Serving Size: ¼ cup
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Cooking Method: Baking
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

EQUIPMENT

  • Large skillet
  • Measurement spoons and cups
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rubber spatula
  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup of cooked shrimp, finely chopped
  • One cup of drained lump crab flesh, either fresh or canned
  • Two cups of freshly cut spinach and half a cup of fat-free Greek yogurt
  • Half a cup of softened light cream cheese
  • One-third cup of light sour,
  • Half a cup of part-skim mozzarella, shredded
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Two minced garlic cloves
  • Half a teaspoon of onion powder
  • A half-teaspoon of paprika salt
  • One-sixth teaspoon of optionally crushed red pepper flakes
  • To taste, add salt and black pepper. Spray for cooking

INGREDIENT NOTES

Shrimp:

  • Shrimp is a good source of lean protein and has a mild seafood taste. Cut into small pieces to blend throughout the dip.

Crab meat:

  • Sweet and delicate. For lump crab that hasn’t been opened, canned crab is drained, but fresh lump crab is the best.

Spinach:

  • Provides color and texture as well as nutrients. Squeeze off excess water by lightly sautéing.

Greek yogurt:

  • Plain Greek yogurt, no fat: creamy, tangy. It is a low-fat food that increases protein.

Light cream cheese:

  • It forms a creamy layer. By softening it, it is easier to mix.

Light sour cream:

  • This is a super ingredient that adds richness and does not carry too many points.

Mozzarella cheese:

  • This is melting and provides stretch. Part-skim is the lightest.

Parmesan cheese:

  • Sharp, salty. A little gives a strong flavor.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Turn the oven on to 375°F, or 190°C.
  2. Spray cooking spray lightly on an 8 × 8-inch baking dish.
  3. With a little spray, sauté spinach in an iron skillet over a low flame for about two minutes, such that it wilts. Empty the extra liquid.
  4. Beat the sour cream, light cream cheese, and Greek yogurt together in a big bowl until smooth.
  5. Add the paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic, onion powder, mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Stir completely.
  6. Add the cooked spinach, chopped shrimp, and crab meat, and fold.
  7. Using a spatula, mix gently. Evenly distribute the components in the baking dish that has been prepared.
  8. Bake till bubbling and heated, about 20 minutes.
  9. In the final minutes, broil for one to two minutes if you want a golden top.
  10. Remove from oven to let cool slightly before serving.

TIPS

  • Use celery sticks, carrot sticks, or cucumber slices as a low-point dipper.
  • Whole-grain pita chips or light crackers are an option when you want something crunchy.
  • When frozen spinach is used, it should be thawed and all the water squeezed before adding.
  • Make the dip ahead of time and bake it before serving to facilitate meal preparation.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Reserve in an airtight receptacle for at least 3 days. Warm it up gently in the oven.

Freezer:

  • Not recommended. The dairy base can separate when thawed.

FAQs

Would my imitation crab do?

  • Yes, imitation crab works. It also tastes a little different and makes the dish affordable.

Can I make this dip spicy?

  • Yes. Squeeze in additional red pepper or a squirt of hot sauce.

May I make it dairy-free?

  • Yes. Substitute dairy-free cream cheese, yogurt, and shredded cheese.

Is this served hot or cold?

  • It should be eaten right out of the oven when it is hot; otherwise, the cheese is likely to melt.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Calories: 120
Protein: 11 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Fat: 6 g
Sodium: 310 mg
This recipe comes to about three (3) points per serving, depending on the exact brands you use.