Creamy Spinach Dip Pasta Salad to Wow Your Next Potluck

This Spinach Dip Pasta Salad combines the comfort of spinach dip with pasta, perfect for potlucks or meal prep.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Chill Time 30

Total Time 55

Servings: 6 cups

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

8 oz Pasta Small shapes like shells or elbows trap the creamy dressing.

For the Salad

2 cups Fresh Spinach Chopped; can substitute with thawed frozen spinach.
1 cup Artichoke Hearts Chopped; use canned or jarred artichokes in water.

For the Dressing

1 cup Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing.
1/2 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with Greek yogurt.
1/2 cup Mayonnaise Light mayo can be used.

For the Mix-ins

1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Shredded; pre-shredded is acceptable.
1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
1 clove Garlic Minced; adjust to preference.

For Seasoning

Salt Enhances all flavors.
Pepper Adds a kick.

Equipment

large pot
Mixing Bowl
Electric Mixer
Spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, cook for 8-10 minutes, drain, and rinse with cold water.
Prepare the Dressing: Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
Combine the Ingredients: Fold in spinach, artichokes, mozzarella, Parmesan, and garlic, then add cooled pasta.
Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper, adjust seasonings, and if needed, add a splash of milk.
Chill Before Serving: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pasta salad is best made ahead for flavors to meld; can store in the fridge for up to 3 days and freezes well for 1 month.

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