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Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip

Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip for Irresistible Gatherings

This Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip is a crowd-pleaser with rich seafood flavor, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dip Base
  • 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined chopped
  • 1 cup Crab Meat fresh, canned, or imitation
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach chopped and wilted
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
For a Flavor Boost
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced fresh
  • 1/2 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • oven
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  2. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil and sauté chopped spinach for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Blend until smooth.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  4. Stir in mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, lemon juice, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  5. Gently fold in sautéed spinach, chopped shrimp, and crab meat until evenly distributed.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  6. Spread mixture into a greased baking dish.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  7. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until hot and golden brown.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip
  8. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
    Creamy Shrimp & Crab Spinach Dip

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a silkier texture, use a hand mixer. Customize with different cheeses or add-ins as desired.

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