Spicy South of the Border Spinach Cheese Dip
Get ready to dazzle your taste buds with this irresistible Spicy South of the Border Spinach Cheese Dip—a creamy, zesty appetizer that combines the cheesy goodness of Monterey Jack and cheddar with fresh spinach and bold, Mexican-inspired flavors. This party-perfect dip is elevated with the kick of jalapeños, diced green chiles, and a hint of smoky cumin and chili powder. Perfectly baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 20 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or crisp veggies for dipping. Whether you’re hosting game day or a festive gathering, this hot and spicy spinach dip will be the star of any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, finely diced
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces canned diced green chiles, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- as needed tortilla chips or fresh vegetables, for serving
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish or oven-safe skillet.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and diced jalapeño, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring until wilted. Once all the spinach is wilted, remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Chop finely if desired.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, diced green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Fold the spinach mixture into the cheese mixture, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.
Transfer the dip mixture into the prepared baking dish or skillet. Spread it into an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly, with the edges slightly golden.
If desired, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top for a burst of fresh flavor.
Serve hot with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for dipping. Enjoy your Spicy South of the Border Spinach Cheese Dip!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.7 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 136.4 g | 682% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 653 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 4421 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 87.1 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 2391 mg | 184% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 581 mg | 12% | |
*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.
