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    Home » Appetizer » Spinach Dip

    Published: Oct 7, 2014 · Modified: Jun 19, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Spinach Dip

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    This Gillyweed Dip {aka Spinach Dip} is a healthy version of your favorite dip made with simple ingredients! cookingwithcurls.com

    No party would be complete without Spinach Dip, right? The traditional Spinach Dip made with the soup mix that comes in the green and yellow box. Well I have a serious issue with that soup mix, the second ingredient is mono-sodium glutamate {MSG}! I will become violently ill if I consume that stuff, so I needed to get creative with my version.....

    Gillyweed Dip {aka Spinach Dip} cookingwithcurls.com #harrypotter

    I went to the soup aisle to see the ingredient list, and then walked around trying to figure out a way to get the flavors that I needed. I considered pureeing vegetables, but then I came across this jar of Mrs. Dash Original Seasoning Blend in the spice aisle.....

    Gillyweed Dip seasoning cookingwithcurls.com

    It has a lot of the same dried vegetables as the soup mix, but it's all-natural and has no MSG or chemical additives. I figured that it was worth a shot. 😉

    Spinach Dip aka Gillyweed Dip | cookingwithcurls.com

    How to make Spinach Dip:

    Start by combining the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt {or sour cream} and 2 Tablespoons of the seasoning blend.....

    Spinach Dip mayo cookingwithcurls.com

    Tip: when you defrost your frozen spinach, put it in a zipper top bag so it doesn't leak all over your refrigerator.....

    Spinach Dip bag cookingwithcurls.com

    Once the spinach is defrosted, scoop out handfuls and squeeze out as much moisture as you possibly can. You want the spinach as dry as possible, or your dip will be thin and watery. Add the spinach to the dip mixture along with the chopped water chestnuts and green onions.....

    Spinach Dip mix cookingwithcurls.com

    Cover and chill for several hours before serving. Serve in a bread bowl with bread chunks and/or vegetables.....

    This Gillyweed Dip {Spinach Dip} is perfect for your next Harry Potter Party! cookingwithcurls.com

    The result? It was perfect!! It tastes just like the original. In fact, when I asked what people thought about it, they thought it was the regular dip that they usually eat at parties. They didn't notice any difference...SCORE!

    Some additional Harry Potter Party treats for your next party:

    Harry Potter Party Foods Collage | cookingwithcurls.com

    • Butter Beer Cocktail
    • Gillyweed {Spinach} Dip
    • Puff Pastry Sausage Rolls
    • Cauldron Cakes
    • Witches Brew Cocktail
    • Polyjuice Potion
    • Crispy Roast Potatoes
    • Gourmet Caramel Apples
    • Classic Roast Chicken
    • Chocolate Caramel Pretzels {wands}
    • Troll Booger/Bogeys {slime green popcorn}

    Enjoy!!

    This Gillyweed Dip {aka Spinach Dip} is a healthy version of your favorite dip made with simple ingredients! cookingwithcurls.com

    Spinach Dip

    This Gillyweed Dip, aka Spinach Dip, is a healthy version of your favorite party dip made with simple ingredients! 
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: dip, harry potter, lactose-free, no msg, appetizer, recipe, party food
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 251kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 16 ounces Greek yogurt (I used Fage)
    • 2 Tablespoons Mrs. Dash Original Blend Seasoning Blend
    • 4 ounce can water chestnuts (drained and chopped)
    • 10 ounce frozen chopped spinach (defrosted and thoroughly drained)
    • 2 Tablespoons chopped green onions
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and seasoning blend.
    • Squeeze spinach by handfuls until it is as dry as possible.
    • Add drained spinach, chopped water chestnuts, and chopped green onions to dip and stir until thoroughly combined.
    • Cover and chill for several hours before serving.
    • Serve with bread chunks and fresh vegetables.
    • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Notes

    Serving size is just a guess. It all depends on how hungry your guests are and how many appetizers you have available for them to eat!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 251kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 226mg | Potassium: 271mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 4250IU | Vitamin C: 2.4mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 2.3mg
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    1. marcie says

      October 08, 2014 at 2:56 pm

      Spinach dip is the best, and I love how you lightened it up with Greek yogurt! This would definitely score big on Game Day (or any day)! 🙂

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        October 09, 2014 at 6:50 pm

        Thank you Marcie. I hadn't even thought of Game Day! 😉

        Reply
    2. andi says

      October 08, 2014 at 4:40 pm

      I love me some spinach dip...haven't made any in ages!!

      -andi

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      • Lisa Johnson says

        October 09, 2014 at 6:51 pm

        It's a must have during the holiday, otherwise I forget all about it! 😉

        Reply
    3. Julie @ Tastes of Lizzy T says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:53 am

      I love spinach dip but have never made it. I'll have to finally give it a try! I love how you served it in a bread bowl.

      Reply
    4. Cindy Eikenberg says

      October 10, 2014 at 6:03 am

      Lisa, this looks fantastic - might just have to be made for game watching this weekend! 🙂 Pinned!

      Reply
    5. Shamene Medeiros says

      October 11, 2014 at 7:38 pm

      yum! pinned!

      Reply
    6. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      October 12, 2014 at 3:43 pm

      This is one of my favorite dips, Lisa! I love that you found a way to make it without MSG - and it still tastes like the original! 🙂

      Reply
    7. Emily @ It Bakes Me Happy says

      December 26, 2014 at 8:03 pm

      I love spinach dip Lisa, I bet could knock out about half of this just by myself! Thanks for linking up at Showcase Your Talent Thursday 🙂

      Reply
      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 07, 2015 at 11:31 pm

        Thank you Emily. I did a pretty good job on it myself, LOL

        Reply

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