Crockpot Spinach Dip is a delicious and healthy(er) way to enjoy spinach parmesan dip at your next tailgate party. This easy spinach dip is the perfect appetizer! It’s so tasty and it’s a healthy spinach dip you won’t feel guilty about eating!

crockpot spinach dip in a white bowl with dippers

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Why We Love This Crockpot Spinach Dip Recipe

I love having delicious dips for every party, especially on game day! And it’s always nice to make something with fewer calories, so I turned everybody’s favorite dip into a healthy spinach dip recipe. That’s right, this creamy, cheesy hot spinach dip is actually pretty low in calories, thanks to a few substitute ingredients.

  • Easy. This recipe is pretty hands-off because it’s made in a slow cooker. Plenty of time to make drinks!
  • Creamy. Greek yogurt is my healthy secret weapon because it gives you a creamy texture while making your favorite dishes a bit lighter.
  • Healthier. You can skip the calories without missing out on taste!

Slow Cooker Spinach Dip Healthy Swaps

We use low-fat Greek yogurt to lighten up this indulgent dip. A couple of other easy swaps include light sour cream and low-fat mozzarella cheese. It’s simple replacements like these that can make all the difference!

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How to Store and Reheat 

Store leftover crockpot spinach dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the crockpot on the “warm” setting.

How to Freeze 

You can freeze this dip, but it may have a different texture once thawed. To freeze, divide the dip into portions and seal in Ziplock bags. The dip should keep frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating and serving.

Serving Suggestions

My favorite thing to serve with this healthy spinach dip is baked pita chips! They are a lighter and healthier alternative to other chips, plus they just taste so good with the spinach parmesan flavor. They tend to hold up well too, so they’re perfect for dipping (the more dip you can fit on your chip, the better!). 

But this dip goes well with any kind of chips or crackers, so serve it with whatever you have, or set out a variety of options. It’s also the perfect thing to serve with crostini! You could also try these homemade baked tortilla chips for another fun dipping option, or these crispy wonton chips!

crockpot spinach dip in a white bowl with dippers

More Spinach Dip Recipes To Try

Notes from the Test Kitchen

If you’re after a more indulgent version of this dish, you can absolutely opt for full-fat sour cream, Greek yogurt, and mozzarella cheese.

5-Star Review

“This is always the first dip to go! It’s SO good!” -Lauren Kelly

Recipe Card

Crockpot Spinach Dip Recipe

4.53 from 105 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Becky Hardin
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We have put a healthy spin on classic Spinach Dip with this Slow Cooker Parmesan Spinach Dip. It's the ultimate game day appetizer, or enjoy any day of the year.
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Ingredients 

  • 10 ounces frozen chopped spinach thawed and patted dry (1 package)
  • ½ cup light sour cream
  • ¾ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 8 ounces canned water chestnuts diced (1 small can)
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • cups shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese
  • teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions 

  • Combine all of the ingredients and mix until well combined
    10 ounces frozen chopped spinach, ½ cup light sour cream, ¾ cup low-fat Greek yogurt, ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 8 ounces canned water chestnuts, 1 clove garlic, 1½ cups shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese, ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
    spinach dip ingredients in a glass bowl.
  • Place ingredients in a slow cooker on high, stirring occasionally. Once dip is hot, you can set the cooker on warm while serving.
    Using a crockpot, a person is stirring a bowl of spinach dip.
  • Serve with baked pita chips, or crackers.

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Becky’s Tips

  • If you’re after a more indulgent version of this dish, you can absolutely opt for full-fat sour cream, Greek yogurt, and mozzarella cheese.
Storage: Store crockpot spinach dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Calories: 149kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 11gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 291mgPotassium: 236mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 4371IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 314mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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How to Make Crockpot Spinach Dip Step by Step

Mix the Dip: Combine 10 ounces of thawed frozen chopped spinach, ½ cup of light sour cream, ¾ cup of low-fat Greek yogurt, ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 8 ounces (1 can) of chopped canned water chestnuts, 1 crushed clove of garlic, 1½ cups of shredded low-fat mozzarella cheese, and ⅛ teaspoon of ground black pepper and mix until well combined.

spinach dip ingredients in a glass bowl.

Heat the Dip: Place the ingredients in a slow cooker on high, stirring occasionally. Once the dip is hot, you can set the cooker on warm while serving.

spinach dip in a crockpot with a wooden spoon.

 

Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Toni
Toni
April 9, 2019 8:06 am

This was a huge hit at my house!!5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
April 9, 2019 12:10 pm
Reply to  Toni

That’s great to hear!

Trang
Trang
April 8, 2019 9:50 pm

Yummm. Yes, to making everything and anything in a crockpot… especially Spinach Dip.5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
April 9, 2019 12:11 pm
Reply to  Trang

Aren’t they great?! Can’t ever go wrong.

Karen
Karen
April 8, 2019 10:37 am

Love delicous low calorie recipes as well as heart healthy recipes. YUM, thank you!5 stars

Kelly
Kelly
December 26, 2015 5:17 pm

Now I’m in a pickle. My family is getting together for Christmas tomorrow and my aunt called me today to bring something. This recipe could not have been easier, I think the hardest part of this recipe was going to the store to pick up some last minute items. I opted to cook this on my stove instead of in a crockpot, 10 min on low came out nice. Now here is my problem. I just tasted it, and it’s delicious!!! I gave some to my husband and he keeps sneaking into the kitchen for more. I don’t think it’s going to make it to the party tomorrow! I should have made extra for us tonight!5 stars

Iryna Wilson
Iryna Wilson
February 27, 2015 7:15 pm

I am definitely going to try this, May have to add just a sprinkle of dried bacon bits to entice my husband to eat his spinach. Thanks for the recipe.

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
March 1, 2015 8:02 pm
Reply to  Iryna Wilson

Ha!!! I like the bacon bits idea! Hope you love it :)

Colleen
Colleen
January 8, 2015 11:07 am

This looks amazing! Do you think the recipe would still hold if I used a can of artichokes instead of the water chestnuts?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
January 8, 2015 11:13 am
Reply to  Colleen

Yes I think as long as you drained them completely that would be really tasty!

Michelle
Michelle
December 7, 2014 3:24 pm

Thank you for this recipe. It was yummy! I approximated the calories to be about 131 per serving using Livestrong’s My Plate.5 stars

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
December 7, 2014 4:29 pm
Reply to  Michelle

So glad you loved it, and thanks for the calorie count, that is really good to know!

Kari
Kari
September 30, 2014 3:16 pm

Hi, just wanted to let you know the recipe says “0 ounces frozen chopped spinach” I didn’t that was correct. :)

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
September 30, 2014 3:17 pm
Reply to  Kari

You are SO right! That is definitely not correct :) Thanks so much for catching it. I’m going in to edit it now!

Kari
Kari
September 30, 2014 6:48 pm
Reply to  Becky Hardin

You’re welcome! :)

Hannah
Hannah
July 12, 2014 8:18 pm

Sounds so easy that even I can do it. My cooking skills are dangerously close to nonexistent and I love spinach dip so I’m excited to try this recipe! Thanks for sharing!
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becky gall hardin
becky gall hardin
July 13, 2014 9:36 am
Reply to  Hannah

You can do it!!! I’m still learning too, so I try to only post easy easy stuff. Thanks so much for stopping by!! :)

Tamra
Tamra
October 13, 2014 10:57 pm

Can you give me the calories per serving and number of carbs? Thanks

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
October 14, 2014 8:20 am
Reply to  Tamra

Hey Tamra. I haven’t found a good app to track nutritional data yet. I’m hoping to add that in the future. I think it would be valuable info as well. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Serena | Pretty Fluffy
Serena | Pretty Fluffy
July 12, 2014 6:57 am

This looks so good, I can’t believe how healthy it is! One for the recipe file for sure :)

becky gall hardin
becky gall hardin
July 12, 2014 3:34 pm

Thanks Serena!! I hope you love the recipe :)