Red Pepper Spinach Wreath (Printable Version)

Creamy red pepper and spinach spread arranged in a festive wreath with herbs and pomegranate accents.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
02 - 1/2 cup sour cream
03 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
04 - 1/4 cup 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)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a large bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Parmesan until smooth and creamy.
02 - Fold in roasted red peppers, chopped spinach, sliced green onions, and minced garlic evenly throughout the mixture.
03 - Mix in smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if desired; adjust seasoning to preference.
04 - Transfer mixture to a large round serving platter and sculpt into a wreath shape, leaving the center open.
05 - Decorate the top with chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds to create a festive holly appearance.
06 - Present immediately with crackers, baguette slices, or vegetable sticks, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Creamy and flavorful combination of red pepper and spinach
  • Easy to prepare and visually impressive as a holiday centerpiece
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 -
  • Use roasted red peppers drained very well to avoid watery dip
  • Chill the dip for an hour before serving to enhance flavors
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