Montana's Spinach Dip

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy perfection of Montana's Spinach Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's packed with flavor and perfect for any gathering. This irresistibly rich dip combines fresh sautéed spinach, zesty garlic, crunchy water chestnuts, and a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise, all topped with gooey mozzarella and nutty Parmesan. Baked to golden, bubbling perfection in just 20 minutes, this dip is a cheesy delight with a subtle crunch and savory kick. Serve it warm with crusty baguette slices, crispy tortilla chips, or fresh veggies for a versatile and satisfying snack. Perfect for parties, game days, or cozy nights in, Montana's Spinach Dip is guaranteed to be the highlight of any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 grams fresh spinach
• 250 grams cream cheese
• 120 grams sour cream
• 120 grams mayonnaise
• 150 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
• 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 100 grams canned water chestnuts, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly, then chop finely.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped spinach and chopped water chestnuts into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling with a golden-brown top.

Step 8

Remove from oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve hot with sliced baguette, tortilla chips, or fresh vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1114.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2918.9

Total Fat 257.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 586.8mg	0%
Sodium 4427.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 76.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 85.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2337.4mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 568.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.2%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 10.3%