Red Pepper Spinach Wreath (Printable)

A creamy blend of roasted red peppers and fresh spinach shaped into a festive wreath.

# What You Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 4 fl oz sour cream
03 - 4 fl oz mayonnaise
04 - 1 oz grated Parmesan cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 8 oz 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 ground 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

# Directions:

01 - Mix cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl until smooth and well blended.
02 - Fold in roasted red peppers, chopped spinach, green onions, and minced garlic until evenly distributed.
03 - Add smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir thoroughly and adjust seasoning to taste.
04 - Transfer the mixture onto a large round serving platter and shape into a wreath form, leaving the center open.
05 - Decorate the top of the wreath with chopped parsley and pomegranate seeds to resemble festive holly.
06 - Serve immediately with preferred dippers or refrigerate until ready to serve. Garnish just before presentation if chilled.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free with the right dippers
02 -
  • For a vegan version, substitute plant-based cream cheese and mayonnaise, and omit Parmesan
  • Make the dip a day ahead but add garnish just before serving for best presentation
03 -
  • Drain roasted red peppers well to avoid watery dip
  • Use fresh herbs for garnish to enhance color and flavor
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