Feta, spinach dip
This is a delicious, low fat dip packed with protein and iron. Iron is a main fatigue busting mineral essential to a growing child's diet.
1 tbsp olive oil
4 spring onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
150g baby spinach leaves, washed
½ tsp salt
½ tsp lemon zest
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
150g low fat, Greek yogurt
½ packet feta cheese
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
Fresh ground black pepper to taste
½ carrot, chopped thinly lengthwise
1 celery stick, cut into thin lengthwise strips
1 small red or yellow pepper, thinly sliced
4-5 radishes cut in half
Heat oil in the frying pan over medium heat. Add spring onions and garlic and cook, stir for about 2 minutes.
Add the spinach and cook, stirring often until wilted.
Using a slotted spoon, scoop the spinach mix into a food processor; pulse until roughly puréed.
Add remaining ingredients except the pepper, pulse once just to combine, then season to taste with the pepper.
Serve in a bowl with the vegetable sticks (crudité) using any remaining dill for garnish if you wish.
Main ingredients
Cheese, Vegetables
Recipe Type
Healthy, Kids Food, Lunch Box, Snacks
Level of Difficulty
Easy
