Red Pepper Spinach Wreath (Printable Version)

Creamy red pepper and spinach blend artfully arranged in a festive wreath for gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 120 ml sour cream
03 - 120 ml mayonnaise
04 - 30 g grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 cup roasted red peppers, drained and finely chopped
06 - 1 cup fresh baby spinach, finely chopped
07 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

13 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
14 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
15 - Crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks (for serving)

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese. Mix until smooth and fully blended.
02 - Fold in the roasted red peppers, chopped spinach, sliced green onions, and minced garlic until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
03 - Add smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Stir well and adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - Transfer the dip onto a large round serving platter. Using a spatula, shape the mixture into a wreath form, leaving the center open.
05 - Decorate the top of the wreath with chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds to create a festive look.
06 - Serve immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and flavorful combination
  • Perfect holiday centerpiece and crowd-pleaser
02 -
  • For a vegan version, use plant-based cream cheese, mayonnaise, and omit Parmesan
  • Serve with gluten-free crackers for a gluten-free option
03 -
  • Add chopped artichoke hearts for extra flavor
  • The dip can be made a day ahead, garnish just before serving for best presentation
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