Gluten-Free Cold Spinach Dip (Vegan)

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This easy Gluten-Free Cold Spinach Dip recipe can be whipped up in minutes and will be a total crowd favorite! A perfect appetizer and a great addition for parties, gatherings, and game days.

Cold spinach dip served in a white bowl with a platter full of small red, yellow, and orange peppers, and potato chips.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Inspired by Knorr Spinach Dip, this homemade version will be one you'll love!

Easy - A delicious dip and crowd pleaser that can be whipped up in minutes. Using frozen chopped spinach cuts down on prep time!
Simple ingredients - Spinach, sour cream, water chestnuts, and a handful of spices make up this vegan dip.
No cooking involved - You won't need your oven or stovetop here. If a warm dip is something you'd like, my baked vegan spinach artichoke dip is one to try!
Dairy-free - This dairy-free version does not lack in flavor!

And if you are always looking for new dip recipes, my avocado hummus, and vegan cheese ball are perfect for your favorite crackers and crudites. Ranch dressing and even my dairy-free Alfredo sauce make a delicious appetizer dip too.

Ingredients and Substitutions

Ingredients for spinach dip in small bowls including spinach, water chestnuts, spices, sour cream, and tamari.

Here are a few quick notes about the ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete list of ingredients and instructions in the recipe card below.

Frozen spinach - Having this chopped and frozen on hand makes this gluten-free cold spinach dip a breeze. Before you start, thaw and squeeze out the excess water. Substitute fresh spinach if needed. Chop before adding to the sour cream mixture.

Dairy-free sour cream - Keeps this recipe vegan while adding a creamy texture. You can find dairy-free options at your local health food store, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and even your local grocery store. Substituted dairy-free Greek yogurt if needed. Substitute regular dairy sour cream if there is no dietary need or preference.

Water chestnuts - These add a great crunch and chunky texture while blending in with the other flavors, but are totally optional.

Spices - Nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, celery seed, dried parsley, dried thyme, and tamari round out the flavors whereas classic spinach dip most often utilizes a soup mix. Instead of using parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast helps add that cheesy flavor.

Tamari - Also known as gluten-free soy sauce, this ingredient adds a bit of that umami flavor. Substitute coconut aminos to make it soy-free. Regular soy sauce works if gluten-free is not a dietary need.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Before you start: Thaw frozen spinach, drain, and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Drain and chop water chestnuts.

Sour cream and chopped spinach that have been combined in a medium glass bowl.

Sour cream, chopped spinach, and spices, combined in a medium glass bowl.

Step 1: Combine sour cream and chopped spinach in a medium mixing bowl.

Step 2: Stir in the spices, salt, and black pepper, followed by the tamari.

Sour cream, chopped spinach, spices, tamari combined in a medium glass bowl with chopped water chestnuts on top.

Sour cream, chopped spinach, spices, tamari, and water chestnuts combined in a medium glass bowl.

Step 3: Fold in the water chestnuts.

Step 4: Cover and chill for at least one hour before serving.

Creamy spinach dip served in a white bowl with a potato chip stuck in the middle sitting on a platter of peppers, celery, and potato chips.

Serving

Serve this easy dip in a small or medium bowl, a large ramekin, or a bread bowl. Make it a party platter and serve with your choice of gluten-free crackers, sliced baguettes, or fresh vegetables.