The classic party dip that disappears first, this Knorr spinach dip recipe is creamy, crunchy, and perfect to make-ahead!
Why This Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe Always Wins
- Flavor: This dip is creamy and savory, with a bright herb and onion flavor.
- Skill Level: Not many recipes are as easy as this! Simply hollow out a round of sourdough, mix up the dip, chill and let everyone dig in.
- Time Saver: Use frozen chopped spinach and a pre-sliced veggie tray for dipping.
- Serving Suggestions: My favorite dipper combination is sourdough bread cubes plus cucumbers. It also pairs well with crostini and sourdough crackers.
Best Dip Ingredients
- Spinach: Frozen spinach that has been fully thawed is best for this recipe. It is an economical choice that is also a time saver!
- Water Chestnuts: They should be drained well and finely chopped so there is crunch in every bite. Find water chestnuts in small cans in the Asian food section of your local supermarket.
- Base: Sour cream and mayo give spinach dip its velvety texture, which is made even better with delicious Knorr soup mix! If you love extra onion flavor, add a little more chopped green onion at the end.
- Bread: Use a sturdy round loaf of sourdough or pumpernickel. This recipe can also be served in a bowl with a side of chopped bread!
- Variations: Mix in some marinated roasted red peppers, chopped artichoke hearts, minced garlic, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
How to Make Knorr Spinach Dip
- Mix all the ingredients (except for the bread). Refrigerate.
- Cut the top off the bread and hollow out the loaf (full recipe below).
- Add the dip to the hollowed-out loaf. Serve with chunks of bread and crackers.
Tips For the Perfect Party Dip
- To avoid a watery dip, squeeze spinach harder than you think you need to. I like to squeeze it over the sink and not with a towel.
- Don’t skip time to chill. One hour is good, two hours is better for peak flavor.
- If dip is too thick after chilling, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons milk, a little at a time. Too thin? Add a few tablespoons of softened cream cheese, then chill again to set.
- Pick a sturdy loaf and leave a thick “wall” so it does not collapse on the platter.
- The dip portion can be made up to 48 hours ahead. Stir right before serving and add to the bread bowl.
- If you don’t plan to serve cold spinach dip in the bread bowl, fill a larger bowl with ice and put a smaller bowl filled with dip on top.
Store it Right
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If it separates, stir well before serving. Leftover dip can be spread on sandwiches or wraps, dollop on baked potatoes, or thinned slightly to use as a creamy veggie dressing. Do not freeze because the dairy can separate and turn grainy.
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Spinach Dip
Creamy, herby, and loaded with crunch, this spinach dip with water chestnuts is the easy appetizer for potlucks, or game days.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach defrosted and squeezed out (1 package)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces water chestnuts finely chopped, 1 small can
- 1 package Knorrs vegetable soup mix 40 grams
- 1 green onion chopped
- 1 loaf sourdough bread round (or other shape)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, water chesnuts, soup mix, and green onion. Refrigerate for about one hour before serving.
- Meanwhile, scoop out the center of the sourdough loaf. Slice the top of the loaf off. Cut around the edge of the loaf, and remove the center of the bread. Cut the top of the loaf and scooped out part of the bread into chunks.
- Add dip to the well in the bread. Serve the dip with bread chunks and crackers.
Notes
- Be sure to squeeze out excess moisture from the spinach before adding it to the dip.
- Enhance the flavor by adding ingredients like roasted red peppers, garlic, or artichoke hearts.
- Refrigerate the dip for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld and thicken.
- Get creative with dippers, such as cucumber slices, carrot sticks, pita wedges, or toasted baguette slices.
- Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 219 | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 572mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 2142IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information does not include optional ingredients or garnish and is an estimate. It may change based on actual ingredients and cooking methods used.
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