I love making cold spinach dip because it’s always a crowd-pleaser. It is one of those classic appetizers that fits in at any party, game day, or just a cozy snack moment at home.
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Cold Spinach Dip Recipe
Cold spinach dip is a popular appetizer primarily made with spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, or cream cheese, and often seasoned with ranch dressing powder or vegetable seasoning mixes. It is typically served cold and is a favorite at parties, gatherings, and casual events.
This dip is quick, easy to make, convenient, and healthy. This dip is distinct from its hot counterpart, such as spinach artichoke dip. It’s not cooked and is served chilled for a fresh, creamy taste and texture.
The cold spinach dip goes well with carrot sticks, celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, snap peas, cucumber slices, broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, and radishes. Potato chips, lighter crackers, or pita bread are also a great choice.
This cold dip also fits perfectly on a charcuterie board. Pair it with cured meats, sliced cheese, and olives for a balanced spread. For a party presentation, hollow out a round loaf of bread, fill it with the spinach dip, and use the bread pieces for dipping.
Here’s how to make the cold spinach dip with simple, wholesome ingredients:
Cold Spinach Dip
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Ingredients
- 10 oz frozen chopped spinach thawed and squeezed dry
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) dry vegetable soup mix (Knorr or similar)
- 3 green onions finely sliced
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, soup mix, garlic powder, and green onions.
- Stir in spinach until evenly mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 1-2 hours to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve chilled in a bread bowl or with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
- Best flavor develops after chilling for several hours.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for half the sour cream.
- Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days (stir before serving).
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Variations
Besides the classic cold spinach dip version, you can make other variations below:
- Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip uses Greek yogurt for a tangy, protein-rich twist while keeping things light yet creamy.
- Cheesy Spinach Dip stirs in ½ cup shredded mozzarella or Parmesan before chilling.
- Vegan Dip blends cashew cream or plant-based yogurt with spinach and seasonings.
- Spicy Version mixes in ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or a few dashes of hot sauce.
- Bacon Spinach Dip features crispy bacon crumbles mixed into the creamy base for extra smoky depth and savory punch.
- Avocado Spinach Dip mashes 1 ripe avocado and mix it in for creaminess and a twist.
- Herb Additions include 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, parsley, or chives for extra freshness.