Spinach Dip

Name: Spinach Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1.5 cups
Ingredients: 4 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped; 2 tablespoons water; 2/3 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped; 1/3 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup mayonnaise; 4 teaspoons vegetable soup mix; 1 green onion, chopped; Assorted crackers

Total Time Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Yield 1.5 cups

Test Kitchen Approved

Need a dip for a party or for game day? Spinach dip is the answer, because nothing beats a classic.

Ingredients

4 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
2 tablespoons water
2/3 cup sliced water chestnuts, chopped
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons vegetable soup mix
1 green onion, chopped
Assorted crackers

Directions

In a microwave-safe bowl, combine spinach and water. Cover and microwave on high for 45-60 seconds or until wilted; drain. Cool slightly and squeeze dry.
In a small bowl, combine the water chestnuts, sour cream, mayonnaise, soup mix, onion and spinach. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 83 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 292mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.

In Stafford, Texas, Joyce Fogleman requests: “Everywhere I take this dip, I’m asked for the recipe. I don’t make it at home because I’m afraid that’s all I’d eat the entire day. I’d love a downsized version I could make at home.”

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