Gluten-Free Spinach Dip (Dairy-Free, Vegan)
This easy gluten-free spinach dip is creamy, cheesy and perfect with crackers, toasts, or vegetable crudités! Serve this gluten-free dip at your next gathering as a perfect appetizer for game day or any gathering and see how fast this crowd pleaser gets devoured! Totally dairy-free and vegan too!
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- What is Spinach Dip?
- Why This Recipe Works:
- Ingredients You’ll Need:
- Recipe Notes + Substitutions
- How to Make Gluten-Free Spinach Dip (Step by Step):
- Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:
- Recipe FAQs:
- Other Spinach Recipes to Enjoy:
- Other Gluten-Free Dips & Sauces You’ll Love:
- Gluten-Free Spinach Dip (Dairy-Free, Vegan)
What is Spinach Dip?
Spinach dip is basically a vegetable dip with spinach (either frozen or fresh) as the main ingredient, along with cream cheese, sour cream, cheese and condiments of choice.
You can either serve it warm, room temperature or cold, and it makes a wonderful appetizer with crackers, chips, or vegetable crudités!
Why This Recipe Works:
- Simple Ingredients: All you need is a handful of ingredients for this gluten free vegan spinach dip, which are easily accessible at the local grocery store!
- Super Easy to Make: Ready in just 10 minutes, all you need to do is cook the spinach until wilted before mixing it with the other ingredients, and violà you have your dip ready!
- Totally Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free and Vegan: The best part is that this easy spinach dip recipe is 100% gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan. This means that even those with Celiac disease or gluten or lactose intolerances, or those on a gluten-free or vegan diet can enjoy it without issues!
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Here’s a visual overview of the ingredients required for this homemade version of gluten-free spinach dip.
(For exact measurements, please scroll down to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.)
Recipe Notes + Substitutions
- Spinach: I used fresh spinach, removing the stems so only the leaves remain. Alternatively, you can also use 2 cup of frozen spinach (simply run the frozen spinach under warm water to defrost and then squeeze out any excess water).
- Sour Cream: I used dairy-free sour cream to keep this recipe dairy-free. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, feel free to use normal sour cream instead or full-fat Greek yogurt instead.
- Cream Cheese: I used dairy-free cream cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free, but feel free to use normal cream cheese if you are not lactose-intolerant.
- Parmesan Cheese: I used dairy-free Parmesan cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free. You can use nutritional yeast instead. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, feel free to use normal sour cream instead.
- Mozzarella Cheese: I used dairy-free mozzarella cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free, but feel free to use normal cream cheese if you are not lactose-intolerant.
- Granulated Garlic: Adding granulated garlic adds a delicious savory flavor to the dip, so be sure to include it in. Alternatively you can use garlic powder instead. Or for even more punch, use finely minced fresh garlic!
- Granulated Onion: Granulated onion also lends extra flavor to this spinach dip. You can also use onion powder or onion flakes too if you prefer.
How to Make Gluten-Free Spinach Dip (Step by Step):
1. Cook the Spinach
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the fresh spinach leaves with 1 tablespoon of water until they are wilted and soft, not dry or crunchy (you should get 1 cup of wilted spinach).
Transfer the cooked spinach to a bowl.
2. Squeeze Out Excess Water and Chop
Squeeze the wilted spinach to get rid of as much liquid as possible and chop the spinach finely, then place the spinach in a large bowl.
3. Combine Spinach with Other Ingredients
Add the dairy-free cream cheese, dairy-free mozzarella, dairy-free parmesan, salt, granulated onion and garlic to the bowl with the spinach mixture.
Thoroughly mix all the ingredients so that they are evenly mixed.
4. Serve and Enjoy this Gluten-Free Veggie Dip!
Serve the gluten-free spinach dip with gluten free crackers, toast, corn chips, tortilla chips or vegetable crudités (fresh vegetables such as celery sticks or carrot sticks) and enjoy!
Dish by Dish Tips/Tricks:
- Optional Condiments: Feel free to add other condiments such as ground black pepper, ground paprika, dried parsley, etc.
- Other Ingredients: You can also add in chopped canned artichoke hearts to make a gluten-free spinach artichoke dip or add sun-dried tomatoes or chopped bell peppers.
Recipe FAQs:
While spinach dip should naturally be gluten-free, not all spinach dips are safe for Celiacs or those with gluten intolerances because they may sometimes include gluten-containing ingredients.
To store, place cover gluten-free vegan spinach dip with plastic wrap or aluminum foil, or place the dip in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Other Spinach Recipes to Enjoy:
- Crustless Spinach Quiche (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
- Spinach Mushroom Omelet (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
- Baked Eggs with Mushrooms and Spinach (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)
Other Gluten-Free Dips & Sauces You’ll Love:
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Gluten-Free Spinach Dip (Dairy-Free, Vegan)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This easy gluten-free spinach dip is creamy, cheesy and perfect with crackers, toasts, or vegetable crudités! Serve it at your next gathering as a tasty appetizer and see how fast is gets devoured! Totally dairy-free and vegan too!
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup dairy-free sour cream
- 2/3 cup dairy-free cream cheese
- 1/3 cup grated dairy-free Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup shredded dairy-free mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated onion
Instructions
- Cook Spinach: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the fresh spinach leaves with 1 tablespoon of water until they are wilted and soft, not dry or crunchy (you should get 1 cup of wilted spinach). Transfer the cooked spinach to a bowl.
- Squeeze Out Excess Water and Chop: Squeeze the wilted spinach to get rid of excess liquid and chop the spinach finely, then place the spinach in a large bowl.
- Combine Spinach With Other Ingredients: Add the dairy-free cream cheese, dairy-free mozzarella, dairy-free parmesan, salt, granulated onion and garlic to the bowl with spinach. Thoroughly mix all the ingredients so that they are evenly mixed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the gluten-free spinach dip with crackers, toast, tortillas chips or vegetable crudités and enjoy!
Notes
Spinach: I used fresh spinach, removing the stems so only the leaves remain. Alternatively, you can also use 2 cup of frozen spinach (simply run the frozen spinach under warm water to defrost and then squeeze out any excess water).
Sour Cream: I used dairy-free sour cream to keep this recipe dairy-free. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, feel free to use normal sour cream instead.
Cream Cheese: I used dairy-free cream cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free, but feel free to use normal cream cheese if you are not lactose-intolerant.
Parmesan Cheese: I used dairy-free Parmesan cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free. Alternatively, if you are not lactose-intolerant, feel free to use normal sour cream instead.
Mozzarella Cheese: I used dairy-free mozzarella cheese to keep this recipe dairy-free, but feel free to use normal cream cheese if you are not lactose-intolerant.
Granulated Garlic: Adding granulated garlic adds a delicious flavor to the dip, so be sure to include it in. Alternatively you can use garlic powder instead.
Granulated Onion: Granulated onion also lends extra flavor to this spinach dip. You can also use onion flakes too if you prefer.
Storing: To store, place the gluten-free spinach dip in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Dips
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Wow!!!! I’m not personally gluten or dairy free, but my best friend and her whole household is…. This was such an easy sleeper hit at our Christmas party last night! She was so happy to be able to finally eat dip again. Nobody even questioned the fact that it was dairy free. When I taste tested at home I was like 😳. Soooo good. I couldn’t find DF Parmesan so I just doubled the mozzarella and added a little extra salt for balance. I ended up using Kroger’s “Simple Truth” DF cream cheese and sour cream with violife DF mozzarella. This was a perfect match for veggies, tortilla chips and GF/wheat free crackers. Excellent recipe. We will be using this one on the regular! Thank you so much!!!!
YAY!! So happy to hear that your best friend and her whole family loved this spinach dip and that she can enjoy dip again! Thanks for sharing how it went and the ingredients you used! 🙂 Hope to see you around the blog again sometime soon!
xx,
Felicia