Spinach Pesto Appetizer Recipe

Name: Spinach Pesto Appetizer
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups cottage cheese nonfat, pressed; 10 ounces spinach, frozen chopped, thawed and squeezed to remove excess moisture, about 1 package; 8 ounces cream cheese (reduced-fat) cut into pieces; 1/4 cup romano cheese grated; 1 large eggs; 2 large egg whites; 2 cloves garlic minced; 2 teaspoons basil dried; 1/4 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 1 x cherry tomatoes for garnish, optional; 1 x basil leaves for garnish, optional

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups cottage cheese nonfat, pressed
10 ounces spinach, frozen chopped, thawed and squeezed to remove excess moisture, about 1 package
8 ounces cream cheese (reduced-fat) cut into pieces
1/4 cup romano cheese grated
1 large eggs
2 large egg whites
2 cloves garlic minced
2 teaspoons basil dried
1/4 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 x cherry tomatoes for garnish, optional
1 x basil leaves for garnish, optional

1
Preheat oven to 325F.
2
Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3
Place pressed cottage cheese, spinach, cream cheese, Romano cheese, egg, egg whites, garlic, basil, salt and pepper in a food processor.
4
Process until smooth.
5
Spoon the spinach mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6
Bake until firm, about 1 hour.
7
Cool on a wire rack.
8
Place the pan on a serving plate, run a knife around the outer edge and remove pan sides.
9
Garnish with tomatoes or basil leaves, if using.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups cottage cheese nonfat, pressed, 10 ounces spinach, frozen chopped, thawed and squeezed to remove excess moisture, about 1 package, 8 ounces cream cheese (reduced-fat) cut into pieces, 1/4 cup romano cheese grated, and more.

Yes, Spinach Pesto Appetizer falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Spinach Pesto Appetizer

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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