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Keto Spanakopita Dip is rich and super cheesy with four kinds of cheese, and garlic and dill bump up the flavor!

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I never heard anyone complaining of too many cheesy dip recipes. (I mean, is there such a thing as too much cheese?!) With that in mind, here I took inspiration from delicious Greek cuisine and made a low carb version of Spanakopita, no crispy crust needed!

My Keto Spanakopita Dip uses four different cheeses for different textures, flavors, and gooey cheesy melty-ness:

  • Cream cheese makes the perfect creamy base.
  • Mozzarella melts well and gives this dip a great “cheese pull” effect.
  • Sharp white cheddar adds richness and complexity.
  • Lastly, feta adds tangy, salty flavor and crumbly texture.

Garlic and dill add a lot to the flavor profile too!

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Pro Tip: Don't skimp on the cheese! The different kinds of cheese all add something unique to this dish. And it's supposed to be ultra-cheesy.

You can use anything you want for dipping here. I whipped up my own low carb tortilla chips, as a play on the crispy phyllo crust. However, celery sticks or cucumber slices would also be delicious.

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Greek Food

Greek cuisine is from the Mediterranean area, and as such, it commonly includes the following:

  • Olives and olive oil
  • Lemon
  • Cheese and yogurt
  • Fresh herbs
  • Nuts
  • Honey
  • Wine
  • Grains, especially wheat
  • Meat, often lamb

You can read more about Greek food on Wikipedia.

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Delicious Greek Inspired Recipes to Try:

  • Low Carb One Pan Greek Baked Chicken Dinner with Tzatziki Sauce
  • Greek Salad Bowls with Spiced Lamb Burgers
  • Lower Carb Beef Eggplant Moussaka Casserole
  • Roasted Greek Potatoes
  • Baklava

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What is Spanakopita?

Spanakopita is a savory Greek pie with a spinach and feta cheese filling and phyllo crust.

Authentic Spanakopita

Now, of course my recipe for Keto Spanakopita Dip isn’t an authentic Spanakopita recipe! Authentic Spanakopita is a pie, and it uses phyllo dough for a crunchy golden crust to encompass the savory spinach-based filling. Although it’s delicious, traditional Spanakopita is high in carbs so I took the same flavor profile and remade it into a low-carb and keto-friendly version – in dip form!

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Spanakopita Dip

I wanted to remake this classic Greek recipe into something that can easily fit into a ketogenic lifestyle. The easiest way to do that was to omit the phyllo and use cheese as the base! There’s still spinach in this recipe, but it’s quite a bit less. The main flavors in this four-cheese dip are garlic, dill, and of course the four different kinds of cheese!

This recipe is great to have on hand as an appetizer for a party. It’s sure to be a hit with both keto and non-keto eaters! I served this dip with my easy homemade low carb tortilla chips.

Pro Tip: Whip this up and keep it in the fridge and treat it as a keto fat bomb. To do so, heat one portion (or half a portion, if that’s what fits into your macros) at a time.

Easy Homemade Low Carb Tortilla Chips Recipe

My recipe is so quick and easy, you'll find yourself making it all the time! Find my recipe in the image below, and also in the recipe card below.

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More Low Carb and Keto Dip Recipes to Try:

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Keto Spanakopita Dip

By: Faith Gorsky

Keto Spanakopita Dip is rich and super cheesy with four kinds of cheese, and garlic and dill bump up the flavor!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Greek

Servings 8 servings

Calories 167 kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 medium cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 cup baby spinach leaves
  • 4 ounces cream cheese cut into cubes
  • 4 ounces shredded mozzarella
  • 4 ounces shredded white cheddar I used Cabot Legacy Collection White Oak Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh minced dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 ounce crumbled feta
  • Fresh parsley leaves for the top

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425F.

  • Heat the oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the garlic and spinach, and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Spread this into the bottom of a 1-quart baking dish or gratin dish.

  • Add the cream cheese to the dish, and then the mozzarella, cheddar, dill, and feta.

  • Bake until the cheese is golden and bubbling, about 15 minutes.

  • Sprinkle the fresh parsley on top.

  • Serve warm.

Faith's Tips

  • Net Carbs: 1g per serving
  • Whip up this dip and keep it in the fridge and treat it as a keto fat bomb. To do so, heat one portion (or half a portion, if that’s what fits into your macros) at a time.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese for this recipe! The different kinds of cheese all add something unique to this dish. And it's supposed to be ultra-cheesy.
  • To Make Low Carb Tortilla Chips: Preheat oven to 375F; line a large baking tray with foil and spray with avocado oil. Cut your favorite low carb tortillas into chip-shaped wedges and arrange them on the prepared tray. Spray the tops with avocado oil and sprinkle with salt. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes, flipping once halfway through.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Keto Spanakopita Dip

Amount Per Serving

Calories 167Calories from Fat 126

% Daily Value*

Fat 14g22%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Cholesterol 44mg15%

Sodium 265mg12%

Potassium 65mg2%

Carbohydrates 1g0%

Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 795IU16%

Vitamin C 1.3mg2%

Calcium 210mg21%

Iron 0.3mg2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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FAQs

Are spanakopita healthy? ›

Spanakopita is a Greek spinach pie typically containing cheese such as feta and/or ricotta. Our version is low in calories while high in fibre, iron and calcium. It's also diabetes-friendly and suitable for vegetarians.

Is Swede good for keto? ›

Melt-in-your mouth, crispy swede fritters are high in iron, low in carbs, and easy to prepare! Whip them up and pair with bacon and mayo for an unbeatable ketosis combination.

Is feta cheese a healthy fat? ›

Contains beneficial fatty acids

Feta cheese contains good amounts of a fatty acid called conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). Animal studies suggest this fatty acid appears to improve body composition by reducing body fat and increasing lean mass. Cheese made from sheep's milk has higher levels of CLA.

How unhealthy is filo pastry? ›

Even better, switch your pastry from shortcrust or puff to filo. This is the lowest-fat pastry by far, with 2.9g fat per 100g. This compares with 26.2g for puff or 31.4g for shortcrust. Filo is the lowest-calorie option too, and it's easy to use.

Can you eat unlimited vegetables on keto? ›

You do not have to limit vegetables if you are on the keto diet or are considering it. Plenty of low-carb vegetable options include arugula, asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes.

How many carrots can I eat on keto? ›

However, you'll need to stick to a reasonable portion. With 1 cup (122 grams) of carrots containing 9 grams of net carbs, a single portion can use up nearly half of your net carbs for the day if you're aiming for a standard allotment of 25 grams of net carbs daily.

Is a baked potato allowed on keto? ›

Starchy vegetables, like potatoes, are a definite "no" for the keto diet — they simply have too many carbs. You should be avoiding potatoes completely if you're on the keto diet. Other starchy vegetables to steer clear of include corn, yams, and sweet potatoes.

How fattening is spanakopita? ›

Spanakopita (spinich pie with feta cheese) (1 each - approx 3" x 2") contains 16.5g total carbs, 14.5g net carbs, 23.4g fat, 8.3g protein, and 305 calories.

What's the healthiest pie you can buy? ›

In the pumpkin pie, calories, carbs and sodium are lower, while protein is higher. But the apple pie takes the cake when it comes to fiber and potassium, and it has less added sugar.

Does spanakopita have a lot of calories? ›

One serving of Spanakopita or Spinach Pie (100g or about 3.5 oz) has 156 calories (75 calories from fat), 8.3g total fat (3.9g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 282mg sodium, 243mg potassium, 15.5g total carbohydrates (1.4g dietary fiber, 1.3g sugars) and 7.2g protein (DV).

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