Easy No-Bake Spinach Dip | Ready in 10 Minutes

This Easy No-Bake Spinach Dip is a creamy, savory classic that comes together in just 10 minutes using a simple one-bowl method. Packed with crunchy water chestnuts and zesty onion soup mix, it is the ultimate make-ahead appetizer for any holiday or party. Just mix the ingredients, let the flavors chill, and serve it in a bread bowl for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 10 Minute Appetizer, Best Party Appetizer, Classic Spinach Dip with Onion Soup Mix, Cold Spinach Dip Recipe, Creamy Spinach Dip, Easy Spinach Dip, Holiday Snack Ideas, Knorr Style Spinach Dip, Make Ahead Dip, Spinach Dip with Water Chestnuts

Servings: servings

Calories: 170kcal

Author: George - U Keep Cooking

Equipment

Large Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

1 (16-oz) container sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup cream cheese (softened)(full fat)
1 (12-oz) package spinach (frozen)(chopped spinach)(thawed and squeezed dry)
1 (4-oz) can water chestnuts (minced)
1 (1.8-oz) envelope dry onion soup mix
2 tablespoons parsley (fresh)(finely chopped)
2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon garlic powder
fresh ground black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Prep the Spinach: The most important step is to make sure your thawed spinach is as dry as possible. Place the spinach in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze firmly over the sink until all excess moisture is removed.
Soften and Blend the Base: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Mix in Seasonings: Add the dry onion soup mix, lemon juice, garlic powder, freshly chopped parsley, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.
Fold in Spinach and Crunch: Gently fold in the squeezed-dry spinach and the minced water chestnuts. Use your spoon to break up any clumps of spinach so that it is evenly flecked throughout the dip.
Chill and Serve: For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or even overnight). This allows the onion soup mix to rehydrate and the flavors to fully meld together. Stir once more before serving with your favorite bread or veggies!

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