Its a quick and easy dip to make for an impromptu appetizer.

Who can resist all that cheese?

But sometimes you want something super quick and a little lighter than ahot, gooey dip.

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Because its cold, you’re able to make it ahead and it travels well, too.

Frozen or Fresh Spinach?

Another method is to squeeze the spinach in a potato ricer until dry.

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Rinse the leaves and place them in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 tablespoon of water.

Cover and microwave at 30-second intervals, until wilted.

Remove, cool, squeeze dry, and chop finely.

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Refrigerated and covered, spinach dip will last for about 5 days.

If needed, give it a quick stir before serving.

Gather the edges of the towel together.

Crackers Dipped into a Bowl of Easy Spinach Dip, Next to Another Bowl of Veggie Strips

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Hold the bundle over the sink and twist and squeeze out as much water as possible.

Blend until the mixture is very smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the chopped spinach.

Bowl of Defrosted Spinach for Spinach Dip Recipe

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Refrigerate until ready to use.

To serve, taste and add salt, more pepper, or lemon juice if you like.

Scrape into a serving bowl and sprinkle with the Aleppo pepper (if using).

Moisture Squeezed from Defrosted Spinach for Easy Spinach Dip Recipe

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Serve with crudites, crackers, or pita bread for dipping.

Leftover spinach dip will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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