It is a well known fact that spinach dip without exception always transports us spiraling to our favorite snacking dimension. From a laid back get-together to any holiday celebration or summer BBQ, it is always the hit. There are a lot of different recipes, but the Knorr spinach dip with just some ease and taste that so many enjoy cooking. This is an easy Knorr spinach dip recipe as well as the best ways to serve and save this delicious dish.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
This creamy Knorr spinach dip calls for these ingredients:
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
Sour cream, 1 cup
Mayonnaise, 1 cup
1 Packet (1 oz) Knorr Vegetable Soup Mix
1 cup chopped drained water chestnuts
1/2 cup green onions (sliced)
Optional- 1 cup shredded cheese (any mozzarella or cheddar type of cheese)
Serve with: veggie sticks, pita chips, crackers or bread
Step-by-Step Preparation
Thaw the Spinach:
Thaw the frozen spinach. If you have time, allow the mixture to sit in a refrigerator overnight or pop it into a microwave-safe bowl and defrost. When you are ready, defrost spinach and make sure it is really well-drained to avoid your dip from being watery.
Mix the Base:
In a big bowl mix the sour cream and mayonnaise together. These are the two ingredients that make up your creamy part for your dip, which just makes it rich and smooth.
Add the Flavoring:
Add the Knorr Vegetable Soup Mix to taste. The seasoning mix has both flavorful and beneficial ingredients in it that brighten up the dip, as well are accentuate the spinach. Stir until well combined.
Incorporate the Spinach:
Gently mix in the spinach (make sure to drain it) making sure its spred nicely within the creamy mixture. This is the source of color green and health benefit, making dip not only tasty but healthy also.
Mix in the Extras:
Stir in the chopped water chestnuts and green onions. If you need to swap ingredients, water chestnuts are offer a nice crunchy texture and green onions add just enough mild onionyness without taking over the flavor. Fold in cheese if using for extra cheesiness.
Chill the Dip:
Stir in all the ingredients until thoroughly mixed, then lay a piece of plastic wrap right on top or put everything into a serving dish. Chill for a minimum of 2 hours before serving. When you allow these to mix in different ways, they settle and blend over the chilling time which equals a more nuanced flavor.
Serving Suggestions
One of the things I like about Knorr spinach dip is that it is basically flavourful in its own right but also quite malleable. Here are some awesome serving ideas!
Serve the dip with veggies (carrots, celery or bell peppers), a cut of fresh whole grain pita chips or tortilla chips) or wheat crackers This makes a wonderful crunchy addition to every bite.
In Bread Bowls: Hollow out a round loaf of bread (sour dough or rye) and spoon the spinach dip into it. Serve the center of bread pieces as dippers.
Variation: Hot Spinach Dip– Bake the assembled dip in a preheated 350°F oven for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden on top. The kind that turns the dip into a melted pleasurable appetizer.
Storing Leftovers
Be sure to pop the extra spinach dip into an a irtight contianer and store in your refrigerator for up to three days. It may even taste better on day 2 as those flavors continue to develop. Before serving again, be sure to give it a thorough stir as the ingredients may settle.
Nutritional Benefits
While Knorr spinach dip is certainly not a health food, it does have some nutritive value. Rich in vitamins A, C and K, iron, calcium Plus, using veggies like fresh vegetables as dippers is a great way to add fiber into your snack-for entertaining.
Conclusion
This easy and tasty Knorr spinach dip recipe will be your new favorite potluck side! It has a creamy texture, great crunch and easy to serve as an appetizer that pretty much pleases everyone. This is a crowd pleaser, whether you go with the classic version or try some of your own unique twist. Now have a go yourself, get your ingredients together and rustle up this quick dip: you can sit back knowing that Praise will be yours later when our friendly visitors pop in!
