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    Knorr Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl

    Published: June 12, 2018 By Urban Foodie Kitchen Last Updated: October 17, 2021 11 Comments

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    This modified Knorr Spinach Dip Recipe is just like the classic version you know and love, only better and healthier!

    Spinach dip in a bread bowl with bread cubes

    I'm pretty sure this is the first thing I ever made without following the recipe exactly!  Let me explain a little bit.....I learned to cook when I was pretty young, but I had always followed recipes.  That way the way my mom and my grandma taught me to do it.  Then, one day when I was in college we were having a party at our apartment and someone asked if I'd make spinach dip.  Well, I had never really liked spinach dip - I thought the stringy texture of the spinach was weird, and frankly, I have never liked spinach all that much to begin with, so I decided I was going to see if I could change the classic recipe from Knorr a bit to get rid of that stringy texture and make it something I would actually eat!

    Spinach dip appetizer

    As it turns out, my newly acquired food processor ended up being the key.  I took all the ingredients from the original recipe, with about half the amount of spinach it called for, put it all in my food processor and TADA, what I considered an edible, and I might add, quite tasty, version of spinach dip!

    Close up of bread being dipped into spinach dip in a bread bowl

    I've made a number of modifications since that first go, however still use the Knorr's recipe mix as I find it provides some great flavor.  I've tried to make this dip a bit healthier by substituting greek yogurt for the sour cream and fresh baby spinach for the frozen variety that was in the original recipe.  Look for a large sourdough, or other bread round so you can fit as much dip as possible into the bread bowl.  I promise you'll need lots of this dip, it's always a huge hit with party guests!

    Spinach dip ingredients in a food processor bowl

    Cutting the bread into a bowl is much easier than it may look.  You just take a serrated knife and cut a circle out of the top of the sourdough round.  Then pull the top piece off and if you want to make the bowl area bigger you can pull some of the sourdough out from the inside of the bowl - just be sure to save those pieces for dipping.  Then, take the cut-out piece and cut it into cubes for dipping as well.  I generally buy a second loaf of sourdough to be sure there are enough bread cubes - there is nothing better than crusty sourdough bread and it's the perfect accompaniment for this slightly tangy dip.

    Sourdough round cut into a bread bowl for spinach dip

    Spinach dip in a bread bowl with bread cubes

    Knorr Spinach Dip "Redo"

    Author: Kathryn | Urban Foodie Kitchen
    This modified Knorr Spinach Dip recipe is just like the classic version you know and love, only better and healthier!  
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 1 hr 10 mins
    Course Appetizers
    Servings 8 cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 8 oz can sliced water chestnuts, drained
    • 4 green onions, cut into 3-4" pieces
    • 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
    • 1 package Knorr Vegetable Recipe Mix
    • 2 5.3 oz containers of plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 cup olive oil mayonnaise
    • 1 large sourdough bread round
    • 1 loaf of sourdough bread, cut into cubes

    Instructions
     

    • In the bowl of a food processor fitted with a standard blade, combine the garlic, water chestnuts, green onions and spinach.  Pulse until coarsely chopped.  Add the Knorr mix and pulse 4-5 times until combined.  
    • In a medium mixing bowl combine the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise, mix well.  Add the spinach mixture and stir until combined.  Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour.  
    • Just before you are ready to serve, use a serrated knife to cut the top section out of the bread to make a bowl (see photo above).  If necessary pull out some of the remaining bread to make enough room for the dip.  Cut the section you removed into cubes to serve with the dip.  
    • Spoon the dip into the bread bowl and serve immediately.  

    Notes

    Adapted from Knorr's Spinach Dip recipe
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    Spinach dip in a sourdough bread round
    This modified Knorr Spinach Dip recipe is just like the classic version you know and love, only better and healthier!

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    Comments

    1. Lia says

      December 04, 2015 at 9:12 am

      5 stars
      I'd like to try it!

      Reply
    2. Hillary @ 918 Plate says

      December 04, 2015 at 10:59 am

      5 stars
      I've never thought to put in water chestnuts - great idea! I love spinach and artichoke dip but don't really like artichokes. This looks like a great substitute!

      Reply
      • FoodieGirlChicago says

        December 05, 2015 at 8:33 am

        Thanks Hillary. This dip is a great option if you don't like artichokes!

        Reply
    3. Marsha says

      December 04, 2015 at 11:13 am

      oh, that looks and sounds great! Knorr mix, haha. Knorr is my maiden name, I guess you can imagine what I had to hear about it all the time. I will surely try this recipe, thanks for sharing

      Reply
      • FoodieGirlChicago says

        December 05, 2015 at 8:33 am

        Ha - I love it! It definitely must be a sign that you need to try it!! 🙂

        Reply
    4. Ange says

      December 05, 2015 at 2:22 pm

      Home made dips are so much fun and heaps tastier. I really like your recipe!

      Reply
    5. Adriana @changingplate says

      December 06, 2015 at 5:02 am

      Spinach dip is such a perfect addition to any party or meal for that matter! What planet have I been on that I haven't added chestnuts? Great recipe, thank you x

      Reply
    6. Jessica {Swanky Recipes} says

      December 09, 2015 at 3:17 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe sounds incredible! The hubs and I love spinach dip. This would be a huge hit for game day for us!

      Reply
    7. Marissa @ OMG FOOD says

      December 11, 2015 at 4:55 pm

      That's a yummy looking dip you got there, lady! I love the idea of adding chestnuts. I'm not sure I've ever had a dip with chestnuts in it and now it's all I want. :O

      Reply
    8. Nell says

      September 13, 2017 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love the Greek yogurt substitution! This healthier, yummy version means I can eat more of it with less guilt!

      Reply
    9. Liz says

      October 14, 2021 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      Love a delicious spinach dip! Perfect for snacking.

      Reply

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