Best 10 Simple Caramelized Shallot Spinach Dip Recipes

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Welcome to the world of flavors! In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of creating the perfect simple caramelized shallot spinach dip, a delightful appetizer that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or preparing a special menu for a special occasion, this dip is sure to impress your guests. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we explore the art of caramelizing shallots, incorporating fresh spinach, and blending a symphony of spices to create a dip that is both simple to make and incredibly delicious. Let's get started!

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE CARAMELIZED SHALLOT & SPINACH DIP



Simple Caramelized Shallot & Spinach Dip image

Using frozen chopped spinach makes this dip simple. Adding shallots that have been pan-cooked until caramelized makes it delicious.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
1 cup thinly sliced shallots
3/4 cup KRAFT Real Mayo
3/4 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
5 oz. frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
salt and pepper for seasoning
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • ADD the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Then add the shallots and cook them, stirring occasionally, until they are deep brown, but not burned. About 20 to 25 minutes.
  • ADD the mayo, sour cream, and spinach to the bowl of a food processor fitted with the blade attachment. Pulse once or twice to combine and further chop the spinach.
  • SCRAPE the mixture into a bowl and stir in the red pepper flakes, and shallots. Season with salt and pepper.
  • SURROUND the bowl of dip with chips, crackers, or vegetables and served!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
2 pounds fresh shallots, peeled, with roots intact
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons good red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a 12-inch ovenproof saute pan, add the shallots and sugar, and toss to coat. Cook over medium heat for 10 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the shallots start to brown. Add the vinegar, salt, and pepper and toss well.
  • Place the saute pan in the oven and roast for 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the size of the shallots, until they are tender. Season to taste, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.

CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



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Leftover shallots will keep for several days in the refrigerator and can be used in omelets, pizzas, sautes, and sandwiches.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 large or 15 small shallots
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Peel shallots and cut lengthwise into 1/8-inch slices.
  • Heat oil in a small saute pan over medium heat. Add the butter and shallots. Sprinkle with sugar and add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook shallots until they begin to brown evenly, then turn heat down to low and continue to cook until very soft, about 10 minutes. Serve at room temperature.

CARAMELIZED ONION AND SPINACH DIP RECIPE BY TASTY



Caramelized Onion And Spinach Dip Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: olive oil, fresh rosemary, medium yellow onions, garlic, frozen spinach, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon zest, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, lemon juice, pita chip

Provided by Jordan Kenna

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
10 oz frozen spinach, 1 box, thawed and squeezed dry
4 oz cream cheese, room temperature
1 cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons lemon zest
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
pita chip, or toast, or crudités, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in the 2.5-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the rosemary sprigs and fry until fragrant and the leaves are crisp, 1 minute. Using tongs, remove the rosemary and transfer to paper towels to drain. If any leaves are left behind in the oil, remove with a slotted spoon and transfer to the paper towels as well.
  • Return the pan with the oil to medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelized, 20-25 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Stir in the spinach and cook for 2 minutes to evaporate any excess moisture. Add the cream cheese and cook, stirring, until completely melted and incorporated into the onions and spinach.
  • Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon zest, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Let cool to room temperature or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
  • Remove the rosemary leaves from the stems over a cutting board. Crush with your fingers or finely chop with a knife.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving dish and smooth the top. Sprinkle with the fried rosemary and serve with pita chips, toasted bread, or crudités.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 34 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 5 grams

FAST AND EASY SPINACH WITH SHALLOTS



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Here's a simple, healthy side dish that's fast and easy to prepare.

Provided by motherteresa

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 13m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, diced
1 (10 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in shallots and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Add spinach, sprinkle with salt and pepper; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes until leaves are wilted and reduced.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 55.2 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 157.7 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

BLUE CHEESE AND CARAMELIZED SHALLOT DIP



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Cheese     Cocktail Party     Super Bowl     Low Carb     Oscars     Buffet     Mayonnaise     Blue Cheese     Spring     Sour Cream     Shallot     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 cups thinly sliced shallots (about 4 ounces)
3/4 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
4 ounces blue cheese, room temperature

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add shallots. Cover and cook until shallots are deep golden brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool.
  • Whisk together mayonnaise and sour cream in medium bowl to blend. Add blue cheese. Using rubber spatula, mash mixture until smooth. Stir in caramelized shallots. Season dip to taste with salt and pepper. Cover dip and refrigerate until flavors blend, about 2 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.) Serve dip chilled or at room temperature.

CARAMELIZED ONION SPINACH DIP



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I was inspired by my family's classic spinach dip for this recipe. I added slowly caramelized onions for a hint of sweetness and depth of flavor. This dip is delicious with veggies or even potato chips.

Provided by Kelsey Nixon

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
Kosher salt and cracked black pepper
1 cup mayonnaise
3/4 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
One 10-ounce box frozen spinach, thawed and drained
Cut-up vegetables, for serving, optional
Chips, for serving, optional

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Stir in the onions and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook the onions, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool.
  • Combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese and cayenne in a mixing bowl and mix vigorously until smooth. Add the onions and thawed and drained spinach and mix well. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as necessary.
  • Serve with cut-up vegetables or chips, if using.

CARAMELIZED ONION SPINACH DIP



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Our taste panel just raved about this creamy low-fat spinach dip. Richly caramelized sweet onions and a hint of wine make for a decadently delicious appetizer-but this one's guilt-free! -Corrine Rupp, Statesville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sweet onion, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups fat-free sour cream
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3/4 teaspoon salt
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook onion in oil over medium heat for 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Add garlic; cook 3 minutes longer. , Stir in broth and wine or additional broth. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook for 25-30 minutes or until onions are golden brown and liquid is evaporated, stirring occasionally., Transfer to a bowl. Stir in the sour cream, spinach and salt. Serve with tortilla chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WILTED SPINACH SALAD WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



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Serve this spinach salad with steak, burgers, or goat cheese and crusty bread.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 large shallots, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 bags (10 ounces each) baby spinach
1 teaspoon vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high. Add minced shallots, and cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes. Season with coarse salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring, until shallots are sticky and browned, about 8 minutes. Add water and cook, stirring and scraping up browned bits from skillet, until shallots are dark brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat; add whole-grain mustard and red wine vinegar and stir to combine. In a large bowl, place 2 bags (10 ounces each) baby spinach and pour warm dressing over top. Add 1 teaspoon vinegar, toss, and season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 g

CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS



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Make and share this Caramelized Shallots recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Luby Luby Luby

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter
2 lbs fresh shallots, peeled
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat leaf parsley
salt
pepper
ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • In a 12 inch ovenproof skillet melt the butter.
  • Add the shallots and sugar, tossing to coat.
  • Cook over medium heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the shallots start to brown.
  • Add the vinegar, salt and pepper and toss well.
  • Place the skillet in the preheated oven and roast for 15-30 minutes, depending on the size of the shallots, until they are tender.
  • Season to taste, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.8, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 7.3, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 246, Carbohydrate 31.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.3, Protein 4

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dip.
  • Don't overcook the shallots. You want them to be soft and caramelized, but not mushy.
  • Use a good quality balsamic vinegar. This will add a rich, complex flavor to the dip.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different cheeses. You can use any type of cheese that you like, but a combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and Parmesan cheese is a classic.
  • Serve the dip immediately. This is when it will be at its best.

Conclusion:

Caramelized shallot spinach dip is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. It is creamy, cheesy, and has a slightly sweet and tangy flavor. Serve it with crackers, chips, or vegetables for a delicious snack or appetizer.

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