Spinach Dip Recipe
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4.9
Spinach Dip Recipe
Description
The recipe features spinach that is thoroughly drained to prevent excess moisture, mixed with creamy mayonnaise and tangy Greek yogurt. Parmesan cheese adds a subtle salty note, while shallots and garlic provide gentle aromatic layers. Seasoning includes salt, black pepper, and a hint of cayenne pepper for mild heat. After combining, chilling the dip allows the flavors to integrate fully and develop a smooth consistency.
Texture is creamy and spreadable, with bits of spinach throughout. The dip can be served in a bread bowl or a bowl alongside fresh vegetables, tortilla chips, crackers, or pretzels, making it suitable for parties or snacks.
This recipe can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance the flavor. Leftover dip should be stored in an airtight container and is best eaten within three days. The manufacturer does not recommend freezing the dip as the texture may degrade upon thawing.
Substitutions from frozen to fresh spinach are possible by cooking and draining fresh greens thoroughly before use to achieve the proper texture and moisture level.
Ingredients
- 10 oz spinach thawed, drained and squeezed dry, frozen, chopped
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoons shallot minced
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ⅔ cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together the chopped spinach, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, shallot, garlic, salt, pepper and cayenne until completely combined. Gently fold in the Greek yogurt until thoroughly incorporated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve in a bread bowl with reserved bread cubes, or simply serve in a bowl with fresh vegetables, crackers, tortilla chips or pretzels. Leftover dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
- Use 1 pound fresh spinach cooked down and drained tightly if substituting fresh for frozen spinach.
- Prepare the dip up to one day ahead; chilling enhances flavor melding.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within three days for best quality.
- Freezing is not recommended due to texture changes caused by the dairy ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8to 10 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 130 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 130kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 275mg | 11% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 3% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 3365IU | 67% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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