Easy Spinach Dip

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This Easy Spinach Dip is a crowd pleaser at any gathering. It’s delightfully creamy and a breeze to whip up. Serve with bread chunks or crackers for a delicious appetizer.

Plate of crackers with easy spinach dip in red bowl.

Spinach dip is always a classic appetizer or snack to bring to any party. Some spinach dips are warm and can be cold. This one is chilled in the refrigerator before serving. It is great to have throughout the year, especially during summertime.

This creamy, savory, and EASY spinach dip is a centerpiece at nearly all of our family gatherings. We love making this as an appetizer on Thanksgiving, but it finds a place at our Christmas Eve and Super Bowl parties, 4th of July picnics, and potlucks. It’s light, flavorful and so simple to make!

What Are the Ingredients for Spinach Dip?

This divine dip comes together in just FIVE ingredients! The flavors of the spinach and creamy ingredients blend together and enrich each other. Enjoy this crowd-pleasing dip with your friends and family at your next get-together.

  • Frozen spinach – Thawed spinach works best for this recipe since it is not heated up.
  • Knorr vegetable recipe mix – This can be found next to the seasonings in the seasoning aisle. It has all the flavor you will need mixed in one packet.
  • Sour cream – Thickens the spinach dip and adds an extra flavor to the homemade dip.
  • Mayonnaise – A creamy base with a sweet and savory taste.
  • Water chestnuts – An added ingredient that is a secret crunch when trying this spinach dip. It is unique and a special touch most don’t use.
Top shot of crackers on a plate with easy spinach dip in a red bowl.


How to Make Easy Spinach Dip

With only three steps to making this spinach dip, you will have this dip ready in no time! It is simple to prepare the spinach and then combine all the ingredients in one bowl. Serve with your favorite crackers or chips for a fun appetizer or snack!

  1. Spinach – Thaw and drain the spinach and dry it with paper towels.
  2. Combine – Mix everything together and chill for 2 hours before serving.
  3. Serve – Place crackers, chips, or bread on. board or out for family and friends to enjoy.
A hand holding Easy Spinach Dip on a Ritz cracker with a bowl of spinach dip in a red bowl in the background.

Tips for making the Best Spinach Dip

This recipe is sometimes known as knorr spinach dip recipe. It is famous because of the seasoning packet itself. No need to bake this spinach dip but follow these tips on how to thaw your spinach and serve it just right for your favorite guests. It is a simple and classic dip everyone loves!

  • Thawing spinach – In order to thaw spinach, you need to leave it in the fridge overnight or at room temperature. Make sure your spinach in the bag is also in a bowl in case the liquid drips out.
  • Draining spinach – Use a paper towel or a colander. If using the paper towel, wrap the spinach in the wet paper towel and squeeze the spinach allowing the liquid to drain from the spinach into a bowl. Use the colander by pressing the spinach down into the holes allowing the liquid to drain into a bowl.
  • Garnish – Top with cold, shredded mozzarella cheese or parmesan cheese for an extra garnish.

How Do You Serve Spinach Dip?

You can serve this easy spinach dip recipe with so many yummy things! Feel free to use your imagination, but here are a few of our favorites:

  • Bread – French bread chunks, sliced baguette, sourdough bread, or even a bread bowl to serve it in.
  • Vegetables – Carrot sticks, celery, bell peppers, broccoli, and
  • Crackers – Ritz crackers, Triscuits, or wheat thins are thick and crunchy.
  • Chips – Potato or tortilla chips, pita chips, and ruffles work great for dipping.

“One of the best dips to make, if you ask me 🙂 I really like that you can use both fresh and/or frozen spinach for it. It makes this recipe so versatile.”

-Mahy

Frequently Asked Questions

Should spinach dip be heated?

Because this recipe calls for sour cream and mayo, it is best served cold. However, we have an absolutely amazing Hot Spinach Artichoke Dip you must try! We also love using fresh spinach in this scrumptious Fresh Spinach Dip.

How long will homemade spinach dip last?

Any leftover dip will store nicely in the refrigerator for up to four days. It’s not recommended that you freeze this dip, since mayo and sour cream don’t generally freeze well and can become watery or grainy after thawing. But we’re pretty sure if you set a bowl of this creamy goodness out at a party, there won’t be much left when the crowd thins!

Easy Spinach Dip in a red bowl with Ritz crackers on a gingham napkin to the side

Storing Leftover Spinach Dip

Place the leftover spinach dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for four to five days long. When ready to enjoy, stir the contents together before serving.

More Delicious Dips

Dips are some of the easiest food to entertain with. Put a big bowl of something cheesy, spicy, salty or sweet and the party can last all evening long! Try a few of our favorite recipes for your next gathering:

plate of crackers with easy spinach dip in red bowl

Spinach Dip

5 from 5 votes
This Easy Spinach Dip is a crowd pleaser at any gathering. It’s delightfully creamy and a breeze to whip up. Serve with bread chunks or crackers for a delicious appetizer.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Refrigerate: 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8

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Ingredients

  • 1 (10 ounce box) frozen leaf spinach
  • 1 packet vegetable soup mix (Knorr brand)
  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 small can water chestnuts chopped

Instructions

  • Thaw and drain the spinach and dry with paper towels.
    Frozen Spinach that has been thawed and drained
  • Mix everything together and chill for 2 hours before serving. Serve with crackers, chips, or bread.
    Mixing spinach dip ingredients together in a large bowl

Nutrition Information

Calories: 335kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 795mgPotassium: 170mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 386IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 75mgIron: 1mg

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Erica Walker

Erica lives in Boise, Idaho with her husband, Jared, an attorney, and her three beautiful girls. Beyond the world of recipes, she loves adventuring with everything from kayaking, to cruising, to snowboarding and taking the family along for the thrill ride.

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  1. Your recipe for spinach dip with water chestnuts doesn’t say how much of each ingredient. Is the spinach the 10 oz. Package? How much mayo?
    Thank you
    Rebecca

  2. 5 stars
    One of the best dips to make, if you ask me 🙂 I really like that you can use both fresh and/or frozen spinach for it. It makes this recipe so versatile.

  3. 5 stars
    I want to dip alllllll the things! This spinach dip is already on our Thanksgiving appetizer menu! Thanks so much for sharing!