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Cold Spinach Dip (in Just 7 Minutes!)

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This cold spinach dip has been in my family forever. It takes 7 minutes (tops), uses basic ingredients, and, most importantly, there’s NO mayo. I swapped it out for sour cream and cream cheese, which is such a delicious combination. Try it and see for yourself! 😉

Spinach dip with cream cheese. this idea!

It’s perfect for parties, holidays, or whenever you need a quick appetizer that people will actually eat. I make it ahead, chill it, and serve it cold with whatever dippers I have on hand...bread cubes, pita, chips, veggies, you name it.

Ingredients to make a cold spinach dip with cream cheese.

Why People Love This Dip

  • No mayo (because I'm not a fan of heavy mayo dips)
  • No soup mix (we’re not doing Knorr here)
  • Everything goes in ONE bowl
  • You can make it 1-3 days ahead and stash it in the fridge

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Steps to make a cream cheese spinach dip.

Fresh vs. Frozen Spinach

Okay this is actually one thing I think makes a big difference.

I always use frozen chopped spinach. Why? Because it’s cheaper and faster. Just defrost it and squeeze the water out...like realllly squeeze it, or your dip will be sad and watery. Then toss it in the bowl.

You can use fresh spinach, but it takes more effort. You’ll need to chop it, cook it down and strain it well or you’ll end up with stringy leaves in your dip. Not worth the added effort.

Cold spinach dip on pita bread.

Dippers

Here’s what I usually serve my cold spinach dip with:

  • Pita chips or grilled pita
  • Bread cubes or crostini
  • Tortilla chips
  • Crackers
  • Fresh veggies (celery, carrots, cukes, peppers)
  • Tomatoes
  • Or tear up a bread bowl and use that

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Cold spinach dip on a plate with crackers.

Serve It in a Bread Bowl

Cut a circle in the top of a round loaf (sourdough, pumpernickel, whatever you like), hollow it out a bit, and spoon the dip right in. Use the extra bread chunks for dipping. It's such a pretty and easy way to impress your guests.

Creamy cold spinach dip in bread bowl.

Optional Dip Add-Ins

Want to switch it up? I suggest throwing in:

  • Chopped red peppers (roasted would be amazing!)
  • Sautéed or caramelized onions (my weakness)
  • Garlic (fresh, not powdered)
  • Water chestnuts (for an added crunch)
  • Any herbs you like!

If you've tried this cold spinach dip, I would love it if you could leave a rating and comment below. I read all comments and reply if needed. It really helps! TIA! 🥰

📖 Recipe

Cream cheese spinach dip.

Cold Spinach Dip

This Cold Spinach Dip is super creamy and made without mayo! It is a family favorite that pairs well with vegetables, crackers and/or pita bread. Served in a sour dough bread bowl, it has been a family favorite for years!
4.66 from 60 votes
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 7 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 177kcal
Author: Aleka Shunk
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Equipment

  • 1 Mixer or blender

Ingredients

  • 1 8 oz. Package Cream Cheese
  • 1 10 oz. Package Frozen Chopped Spinach (1.5 cups squeezed) ((thawed))
  • 1 ½ Cup Sour Cream
  • 2 Medium Tomatoes (1 cup) ((Small Diced))
  • 2 Scallions (⅓ cup) ((Chopped))
  • ½ Tsp. Onion Powder
  • ½ Tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ Tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ½ Tsp. Salt (*or to taste)
  • ¾ Tsp. Pepper

Fresh Round Loaf of Ciabatta or Rye Bread (Optional)

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Instructions

  • Thaw spinach and squeeze out ALL excess water using a towel or paper towels. (You can defrost in the microwave if you need to do it quickly)
  • Add spinach and all other ingredients EXCEPT for your tomatoes to a mixer and mix until fully incorporated.
  • Lastly, add in your tomatoes and on low speed mix briefly to maintain their shape. Chill for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve in a bread bowl or any bowl!
  • Prepare your bread bowl if using. Cut off the top and scoop out the middle.
  • Add dip to desired serving bowl and serve cold with veggies, crackers, bread and/or pita!

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Recipe Notes

Tips*
If refrigerating before serving, allow dip to come to room temperature before serving. (The cream cheese will be too stiff to scoop if immediately taken out of the refrigerator.)
Grill your pita or toast your bread for a crispy and warm element!
Stick a small serving spoon in the dip so you don't have to worry about the double dippers out there! 🙂
Save the inside of your bread bowl! Freeze and use as croutons or to make meatballs later!

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 4.4g | Fat: 16.1g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 348mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 1.3g | Sugar: 1.2g | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1.4mg

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    4.66 from 60 votes (45 ratings without comment)

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  1. Andrea

    5 stars
    Made this for tonight! I used 16oz of spinach, subbed coconut aminos for Worcestershire sauce, and left out the tomatoes. This was amazing! Saving to make this again! Might add water chestnuts next time.

    Reply

    • Aleka Shunk

      Thank you Andrea for your rave review! 🙂

  2. Carol

    It looks yummm, I'm not much for tomatoes, can you substitute Greek yogurt for the cream cheese?

    Reply

    • Aleka Shunk

      Hi Carol, You can definitely leave out the tomatoes if you wish and replace with red peppers for color. If you substitute Greek yogurt, the consistency will not be as thick but it would work.

  3. Brendon

    5 stars
    I made these day before yesterday and they are wonderful.

    Reply

  4. Parsimonia

    5 stars
    OMG, It is easy and so delicious, Thanks for the tips!

    Reply

  5. Will

    5 stars
    The first time I made this recipe, it was so rich but so yummy that we had it over two days.

    Reply

    • Aleka Shunk

      Thanks for letting me know! 🙂

  6. ethan

    5 stars
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    Reply

  7. Roses

    5 stars
    That's a good idea. I like your blog. I'm not good at cooking but I will try to make your dish. Hope that I will do it. Thanks you!

    Reply

    • Aleka Shunk

      Thank you! This dip is super easy to try! I hope you like it. 🙂

  8. Kat

    5 stars
    This dip is very, very delicious. My guests enjoyed it very much. I definitively will make it again and again.

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      I'm so glad they loved this dip!! 🙂

  9. Carrie

    What serving size was used for nutrition calculation?

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      I base this recipe off of 8 people.

  10. Aimee Charbonneau

    Use diced red peppers instead of the tomato

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      That is a great idea! 🙂

  11. Gramps in the kitchen

    5 stars
    A great find. I did add a dash of garlic powder & grill mates chipotle/roasted garlic for a kick. Tomatoes on hand were heirloom cherry for a variegated color. Thanks for your website.

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      That's a great idea! Glad you like it! Appreciate the comment! 🙂

  12. Kim Budd

    5 stars
    Everything is better with cream cheese. How long dose it last in the refrigerator. I'm having a barbeque on Monday.

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      Thanks Kim! I couldn't agree more! Assuming your cream cheese and sour cream are not about to expire, you can def. make this 3-4 days ahead of time! Let me know how the dip goes!!

  13. Zahra

    5 stars
    What a great idea to serve this inside a bread 🙂

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      It makes it so much more festive! 🙂

  14. Crystal

    5 stars
    Looks so tasty! And the best part, when you're done you can eat the bowl 😉

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      Oh yeah! 😉

  15. Julie @ Running in a Skirt

    5 stars
    Spinach dip is one of my all-time favorite things! I love your variation with the cold cream cheese- perfect for summer!

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      Me too Julie! Thank you!

  16. Nikole

    5 stars
    This looks so delicious! I absolutely love cold dips in the summer time. Can't wait to try it!

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      Thanks Nikole!! Me too! 🙂

  17. Loyola

    5 stars
    Great dip...perfect to enjoy watching the World Cup.

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      I couldn't agree more! 😉

  18. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

    5 stars
    Love the colours in this dip. I just know it will be delicious so saving it for our next gathering. Thank you!

    Reply

    • Bite Sized Kitchen

      Thanks Amanda!!

    • Tj

      On step 3 when adding the tomatoes... when you say mix, do you mean fold into or beat again with a mixer? Sorry if you've already said it, I may have overlooked it.

    • Aleka Shunk

      Hi! I just specified that in the steps to make it clear. Sorry for the confusion. You can mix them in last on low speed to make sure they don't get smashed! Mix until JUST incorporated! 🙂