Go Back
A hot and bubbly spinach artichoke dip, freshly baked and ready to serve.

Quick way to grow spinach artichoke dip

This recipe provides a quick and easy method to grow spinach and artichoke, which can then be used to make a delicious dip.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Gardening Supplies
  • 1 packet Spinach seeds
  • 1 small Artichoke plant
  • 1 bag Potting soil
  • 2 Planters
  • Water
Dip Ingredients (Optional)
  • 8 oz Cream cheese
  • 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Planters
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven-safe Dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Growing the Plants
  1. Fill two planters with potting soil, leaving an inch of space from the rim for proper watering and growth.
  2. Plant spinach seeds in one planter according to packet directions, and then plant the small artichoke plant in the other planter.
  3. Water both plants regularly, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged, and place them in a location with plenty of sunlight.
Making the Dip (Once Plants are Grown)
  1. Once your spinach and artichoke are harvested, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), then combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well blended.
  2. Stir in the chopped spinach and artichoke hearts, ensuring they are evenly distributed, then transfer the mixture to an oven-safe dish.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden brown on top, then serve with your favorite chips or bread.

Notes

For faster growth, consider using a grow light for your plants. You can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dip for a little kick.