Old Mexico Spinach Cheese Dip

Transform your snack table with the irresistible 'Old Mexico Spinach Cheese Dip,' a creamy, flavor-packed appetizer that brings authentic Mexican-inspired flair to your next gathering. This quick-to-make dip combines tender sautéed spinach, melty cream cheese, and a zesty Mexican blend of cheeses, perfectly balanced with the bold kick of diced green chilies and fresh jalapeños. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and garlic, and topped with vibrant cilantro, this dip is a fiesta of flavors in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's an easy crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips, pita bread, or crunchy veggie sticks. Whether for game day, potlucks, or family movie nights, this warm, cheesy dip will have everyone coming back for more!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 2 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
• 1 4 oz can diced green chilies
• 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.5 cup diced tomatoes (drained)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp chili powder
• 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and chop the fresh spinach. Set it aside to dry.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Once cooked, transfer the spinach to a plate and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Add the sautéed spinach, diced green chilies, jalapeño, and diced tomatoes into the cream mixture. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Mix in the Mexican blend shredded cheese a little at a time, stirring constantly to ensure it melts evenly into the dip.

Step 7

Add the ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the dip. Stir until the spices are fully incorporated and the dip is well-seasoned.

Step 8

Pour the dip into a serving dish or a small oven-safe dish. If desired, top with additional shredded cheese and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes until bubbly and golden on top.

Step 9

Sprinkle with chopped cilantro for a fresh finish. Serve warm with tortilla chips, pita bread, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1031.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2147.8

Total Fat 185.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 107.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 559.5mg	0%
Sodium 3648.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 80.8g	0%

Vitamin D 50.2IU	0%
Calcium 2164.4mg	0%
Iron 9.5mg	0%
Potassium 1324.8mg	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: 75.2%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 10.3%