Super Nutritious Game-Day Spinach Dip

Buffalo chicken, cheese dip, and beer—these typical game day flavors can't compare to this healthy and tasty raw dip. The fresh spinach, creamy avocado, plus the unique taste of curry powder makes it a refreshing combination of flavors. And since many Super Bowl party appetizers often feel heavy, this lighter option will really stand out in a crowd and help you keep up your energy for cheering on your favorite team.

By combining iron-rich foods (such as spinach) with food rich in vitamin C (such as the lime), your body better absorbs the iron. Add in the avocado and you get some additional vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. And the curry powder is known to be a strong anti-inflammatory. Delicious and nutritious—what's not to love?

You'll score points with everyone when you serve this curried spinach dip on game day!

Curried Spinach Dip

Serves 4–8 as a dip 

Spinach dip is always an easy favorite. The addition of curry gives this an extra boost of health and flavor!

Ingredients

• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 1 large avocado or 2 small, peeled and pitted
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cayenne, more to taste
• 1⁄3 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 date (optional)
• Water, if needed to blend until smooth
• Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Finely chop spinach and place in bowl of food processor. Add avocado and lime juice and blend until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and process until well combined. We love to serve this with standard crudités or jicama.

We can't wait to nosh on these dips, crowd-pleasing chili, and shredded chicken. What food are you planning to make for the big game? Tell us in the comments.