If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's easy to make and impossible to resist, Lipton Onion Soup Spinach Dip is a classic choice!
Made with just a few simple ingredients, this creamy dip is packed with flavor and perfect for parties, gatherings, movie nights, and more!
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ Combining savory spinach, sour cream, and onion soup mix to create rich flavor. It's a real crowd pleaser!
✔️ You can pair it with your favorite dippers, like crackers, tortilla chips, sourdough bread and fresh vegetables. Spread it on sandwiches and wraps too!
✔️ This classic recipe couldn't be easier to prepare—simply mix the ingredients, refrigerate, and enjoy!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements for the Lipton Onion Soup Spinach Dip.
- a packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix or a package Knorr leek soup mix, Knorr vegetable mix is delicious too.
- frozen chopped spinach
- sour cream
- one cup mayonnaise
- sliced water chestnuts
- green onions
- garlic powder
- black pepper
- Worcestershire sauce
- bread, crackers, or vegetables - carrots, celery, sliced red peppers for serving
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions for the creamy spinach dip. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Squeeze the water from the spinach.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix, thawed and drained spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped water chestnuts, green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix everything together until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate. For best results refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Before serving, give the dip a good stir. If it's too thick, you can add a little more sour cream or mayonnaise to reach your desired consistency.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
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FAQ's
Honestly, you can use whatever you prefer! I like carrot sticks, celery sticks, red bell peppers, broccoli, potato chips, and pita chips. Some people like mini Naan dippers, crackers, or Pumpernickel slices.
For a classic dip, I recommend sticking with any real mayonnaise that you already have in the fridge. A cup of Hellmans is my choice, but an avocado-based mayonnaise will work too!
Fat-free sour cream can make your dip a little watery. However, it will definitely do the job if it's the only type you have on hand.
I recommend Lipton if you have the option, but the Knorr brand vegetable mix or any generic kind will work just fine, too.
Test kitchen tips
- To thaw spinach properly, toss it in the fridge overnight. If you're pinched for time, microwave it using the defrost setting.
- Feel free to use a food processor to quickly chop the water chestnuts.
- Use a strainer, paper towels or a clean kitchen towel to squeeze out any excess water from the thawed spinach. Otherwise, the dip can taste more watery than creamy.
- It's important to let the dip chill for at least an hour before serving. This allows the flavors to blend together and makes the dip even more delicious!
- For an A+ presentation, hollow out a small loaf of pumpernickel bread and use it as a bread bowl for serving. Save the extras for scooping!
Variations
- Some people like to substitute some of the sour cream with softened cream cheese to get an even thicker, creamier dip.
- A box of Lipton vegetable soup mix works as a great substitute for the onion soup mix if you're in a pinch.
- Not a fan of water chestnuts? You can substitute chopped celery or add in more green onions, and you won't lose that perfect crunch!
Storage
Refrigerate—Store leftover Lipton spinach dip in an airtight container for up to four days.
Freezer—You can technically freeze spinach dip for two or three months, but cream-based dishes don't thaw very well, so I don't recommend it.
Reheat—Serve spinach dip chilled, straight out of the fridge, or let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to take off the chill.
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- Just the sight of Quesadilla Dip will make you drool, but it's the burst of flavor and creamy texture that'll keep you coming back for more.
Serve with
- Instant Pot Pulled Pork is one of the best foods for game day—pair it with your favorite slider buns or simply eat it by the forkful!
- The easiest party appetizer, Roast Beef Roll-Ups are a staple in my house. The combination of roast beef and horseradish is always a hit.
- Rolo Turtle Pretzels are a simple, three-ingredient sweet treat and perfect for any casual gathering.
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Isn't this the best spinach dip? Please comment below, I'd love to hear what you think!
Lipton Onion Soup Spinach Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 packet Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix 1.9 ounce packet
- 10 ounce package frozen chopped spinach thawed and drained
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup water chestnuts finely chopped (optional)
- ½ cup green onions finely chopped
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional
- bread, crackers, or vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Lipton Recipe Secrets Onion Soup Mix, thawed and drained spinach, sour cream, mayonnaise, water chestnuts (if using), green onions, garlic powder, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Mix everything together until well combined. Make sure the onion soup mix is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the dip to chill.
- Before serving, give the dip a good stir. If it's too thick, you can add a little more sour cream or mayonnaise to reach your desired consistency.
- Serve the Lipton Onion Spinach Dip with sliced bread, crackers, or a variety of fresh vegetables for dipping.
Lois says
We had this last weekend and it was just the best. Shared with family and they loved it too. So good.