The ingredient list may appear long, but in reality, this gourmet dish comes together quickly. It can also be prepared earlier in the day, and popped in the oven 20 minutes before your guests arrive.
Author: Tami Noyes
Ingredients
¾ cup cashews
⅔ cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons pine nuts
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon capers
2 ccallions, chopped
Juice from ½ lemon
1 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon salt
Generous pinch black pepper
½ Cup frozen chopped spinach, drained and squeezed dry
½ cup drained and chopped artichoke hearts
½ cup vegan shredded mozzarella cheese alternative (such as Daiya, for soy-free)
2 tablespoons minced sun-dried tomatoes
Pinch smoked paprika
Nonstick spray
Crusty bread, corn chips And vegetables, for dipping
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375ºF.
Combine the cashews, broth, pine nuts, vinegar, capers, scallions, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, salt and pepper in a blender. Process until completely smooth and no grit remains.
Stir in the spinach, artichoke hearts, cheese alternative and sun-dried tomatoes.
Taste and adjust the seasonings.
Spray a 9 or 10-inch pie plate with nonstick spray.
Spread the dip into the skillet and sprinkle lightly with the paprika.
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to brown.