Spinach Dip Recipe

This spinach dip recipe is a classic, creamy, and crowd-pleasing appetizer that is perfect for parties, holidays, and casual gatherings. Inspired by the original spinach dip recipe, it delivers rich flavor with minimal effort. It works especially well as a cold spinach dip recipe served in a bread bowl or paired with crackers and fresh vegetables, making it both versatile and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
• 1 (4-ounce) can water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
• 1 (1.8-ounce) package dry vegetable soup mix (such as Knorr vegetable mix)
• 1 round (1-pound) sourdough bread loaf

These ingredients create a creamy spinach dip recipe similar to popular versions like the Knorr spinach dip recipe and spinach dip recipe with water chestnuts.

Directions

1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and fully blended.
2. Add the thawed and well-drained spinach, ensuring all excess moisture has been removed to keep the dip thick and creamy.
3. Stir in the finely chopped water chestnuts for added crunch.
4. Add the dry vegetable soup mix and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to fully develop and results in a more flavorful cold spinach dip.
6. When ready to serve, cut the top off the sourdough bread loaf and carefully hollow out the center to form a bread bowl.
7. Cut the removed bread into bite-sized pieces for dipping.
8. Spoon the chilled spinach dip into the bread bowl and serve immediately.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Chilling Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 6