Handwritten recipe for Spinach Dip
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Classic Knorr Spinach Dip with Water Chestnuts

Spinach Dip
This Spinach Dip is a beloved classic appetizer that has graced party tables for decades. Featuring a creamy base of mayonnaise and sour cream, it gets a boost of flavor from Knorr vegetable soup mix and a refreshing crunch from water chestnuts and green onions. Originally popularized in the U.S. during the 1970s and 1980s, this dip quickly became a potluck favorite, often served in a hollowed-out bread bowl with cubes of bread or fresh vegetables for dipping. Its popularity lies in the balance of creamy, savory, and crunchy textures, making it an irresistible snack for gatherings, game nights, and holiday spreads.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course dip
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ½ cups sour cream
  • 10 oz frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained)
  • 1.4 oz Knorr vegetable soup mix (1 package)
  • 8 oz water chestnuts, ( chopped)
  • 3 green onions (chopped)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Spinach

  • Thaw the frozen spinach and squeeze out excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2: Mix Base

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.

Step 3: Add Flavorings

  • Stir in the Knorr vegetable soup mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4: Add Vegetables

  • Fold in the drained spinach, chopped water chestnuts, and green onions. Mix thoroughly.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let flavors blend. Serve with bread cubes, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Tips

  • Chill at least 2 hours (or overnight) for best flavor and texture.
  • Serve in a hollowed round bread loaf (classic party presentation).
  • Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt to lighten the dip and boost protein.
  • Add finely shredded carrots or red bell pepper for color and crunch.
  • Use fresh spinach (cooked, squeezed very dry) in place of frozen.
  • Reduce mayo and increase sour cream/yogurt for a tangier dip.
  • Add grated Parmesan or Swiss cheese for extra richness.
  • Stir in diced artichoke hearts for a spinach-artichoke twist.
  • Serve with rye bread, pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
  • Make ahead up to 24 hours; stir before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 3gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 410mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2100IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword cold dip, creamy dip, easy entertaining, make-ahead dip, party appetizer, potluck favorite, spinach dip, vegetable dip
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