Santa Fe Spinach Dip
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of Santa Fe Spinach Dip, the perfect appetizer for gatherings, game nights, or anytime snacking. This irresistible dip combines the earthy flavor of spinach with a trio of melted cheeses—cream cheese, Monterey Jack, and Parmesan—for a velvety base that's seasoned to perfection with paprika, cumin, and jalapeños for a slight kick. Diced tomatoes with green chilies and minced garlic add vibrant flavors, while a touch of heavy cream ensures ultimate creaminess. Serve this warm, cheesy dip alongside crispy corn tortilla chips for the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy spinach dip recipe is a must-try for those craving bold Southwestern flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 oz Frozen chopped spinach
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp Chopped canned jalapeños
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Cumin
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 bag Corn tortilla chips
Instructions
Thaw the frozen chopped spinach and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the cream cheese to the saucepan and stir continuously until it is fully melted and smooth.
Slowly stir in the heavy cream, making sure the mixture remains smooth.
Add the Monterey Jack cheese and Parmesan cheese to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is creamy.
Mix in the thawed and drained spinach, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and chopped jalapeños. Stir to combine.
Season the mixture with paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Reduce the heat to low and let the dip simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all the flavors meld together.
Transfer the spinach dip to a serving dish and serve hot with corn tortilla chips on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.1 g | 131% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 870 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.9 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 419 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 397 mg | 8% | |
*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.
