There is a moment at every LongHorn Steakhouse table where someone spots the Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip going past and immediately asks the server what it is. That is how most orders of this dish happen. It is $12.99 for a warm creamy spinach dip alfredo sauce, cream cheese, and fresh spinach topped with a golden Parmesan and garlic cheese crust and served with crispy flatbread chips fried fresh to order. 770 calories, 28g protein, and 19g net carbs. The best vegetarian starter on the longhorn steakhouse appetizers menu.
LongHorn Spinach Dip Price 2026
Good news before you sit down the LongHorn eClub free appetizer offer at longhornsteakhouse.com covers the LongHorn spinach dip at $12.99 on your first visit. the verified price is $12.99. Here are the current prices at most US locations:
| Item | Price | Cal | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip | $12.99 | 770 | Includes flatbread chips + Parmesan crust |
| Texas Tonion® (comparison) | $13.49 | ~1,430 | More expensive – higher cal – no protein |
| Wild West Shrimp® (comparison) | $13.49 | 970 | More expensive – highest sodium 3,740mg+ |
| Spicy Chicken Bites (comparison) | $8.29 | 740 | More affordable – NOT vegetarian |
| Seasoned Steakhouse Wings (comparison) | ~$13.99 | 460 | Best keto – 0g net carbs |
What the Price Includes
At $12.99 you get the full experience: warm creamy dip in a hot baking dish, Parmesan and garlic cheese crust baked golden on top, and crispy flatbread chips fried fresh to order. Split between three guests: $4.33 per person for one of the most distinctive starters on the longhorn steakhouse appetizers menu. Use the LongHorn Steakhouse app to access your free appetizer and join the call-ahead waitlist. Delivery via Uber Eats, DoorDash, and Grubhub at participating locations.
What Is LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip
Most guests assume the spinach dip LongHorn serves is a standard spinach artichoke dip. It is not. No artichoke. The official name is Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip and the base is built differently from what most people expect.
What Is LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip
Three layers. The spinach dip base: alfredo sauce, cream cheese, mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, Romano, fresh spinach, and garlic. Not sour cream. Not mayo. An alfredo and cream cheese base that is richer and more complex than any cold dairy dip. The Parmesan and garlic cheese crust: Parmesan, provolone, garlic butter, and panko breadcrumbs broiled until the Maillard reaction builds the signature golden crackle. The crispy flatbread chips: fried fresh to order, thin, and built to scoop clean without breaking.
One clarification most guests need: this is NOT a spinach and artichoke dip. The official longhornsteakhouse.com page lists it as Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip, spinach only, zero artichoke. Some competitor sites call it a spinach and artichoke dip that is incorrect. The alfredo base gives it a richness some guests associate with artichoke dip but the two are completely different dishes.
What It Tastes Like and How It Is Made
Dense, savory, and smooth, the alfredo and cream cheese base gives every bite a restaurant-quality richness that bar-style spinach dips cannot match. Fresh spinach keeps it grounded. The Parmesan and garlic crust adds a salty, nutty crackle on top. The crispy flatbread chips complete it.
Two stages: dip portioned into a hot baking dish, crust applied and broiled until golden. Chips fried fresh separately. One rule: eat immediately the crust softens within minutes from steam once it leaves the oven.
LongHorn Spinach Dip Calories
The LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip carries 770 calories per full order confirmed by FatSecret, CalorieKing, eatthismuch.com, and MyNetDiary. Here is the per-person breakdown:
| Scenario | Cal | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full order (1 person) | 770 | 770 cal – rich for a solo starter |
| Split between 2 guests | 385 | Per person – manageable starter |
| Split between 3 guests | 257 | Per person – lightest group scenario |
| Without flatbread chips (dip only) | 710 | Chips account for approximately 60 cal |
| Wild West Shrimp® (comparison) | 970 | 200 more cal – much higher sodium |
How to Reduce Calories When Ordering
- Split with two to three guests, drops per-person count to 257-385 calories
- Use fewer flatbread chips, each chip adds approximately 15-20 calories
- Skip honey wheat bread at the table, 30g+ carbs before the starter arrives
- Follow with a lean entree, Renegade Sirloin (320 cal, $17.29) or LongHorn Salmon (300 cal)
- Request veggie sticks instead of extra flatbread chips if available
LongHorn Spinach Dip Nutritional Breakdown
Here is every number and some of these will surprise you. Competitor sites show fat at 47g and protein at 18g. Both are wrong. Verified by FatSecret, eatthismuch.com, CalorieKing, and Carb Manager:
| Nutrient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 770 | Full order – confirmed by FatSecret |
| Protein | 28g | Strong – from multiple cheeses |
| Total Fat | 62g | HIGH – alfredo, cream cheese, Parmesan |
| Saturated Fat | 33g | 165% DV – highest sat fat on appetizer menu |
| Net Carbs | 19g | Moderate – from panko and flatbread chips |
| Sodium | 1,730mg | HIGH – 75% of daily recommended limit |
| Cholesterol | 150mg | 50% DV – from dairy-heavy base |
| Sugar | 2g | Low – minimal sugar in this dish |
| Fiber | 2g | From fresh spinach |
Allergen and Ingredient Information
Dairy-heavy, gluten-present, and cooked in a shared kitchen. Four allergen categories to know before ordering at LongHorn Steakhouse:
| Allergen | Present | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy | YES | Cream cheese, Parmesan, mozzarella, provolone, Romano, butter |
| Gluten (Wheat) | YES – NOT GS | Panko in crust + wheat flatbread chips – shared kitchen |
| Eggs | POSSIBLE | Cheese blends and sauces may contain eggs |
| Soy | POSSIBLE | May be in oils used for chips – verify with server |
| Shellfish | NO | No shellfish in this dish |
| Fish | NO | No fish in this dish |
| Pork | NO | No pork in standard preparation |
Is LongHorn Spinach Dip Gluten Free
Two gluten sources, the panko breadcrumbs in the Parmesan crust and the wheat-based flatbread chips. This dish is NOT labeled Gluten Sensitive at LongHorn Steakhouse and the shared kitchen adds cross-contact risk on top. Guests with celiac disease must avoid entirely. For gluten-safe starters check our LongHorn Gluten Free Menu guide.
Is LongHorn Spinach Dip Vegetarian
Yes, no meat in the dip base, the crust, or the flatbread chips. The LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip is the only clearly vegetarian option among the longhorn appetizers on the standard menu. It contains significant dairy (cream cheese, four cheeses, butter) so it is not vegan. Strict vegetarians should confirm the frying oil for the flatbread chips with their server oil shared with other items in some kitchens.
Is LongHorn Spinach Dip Healthy
This dish was built for flavor, not a nutrition label. 770 calories, 62g fat, 33g saturated fat, the numbers are what they are. The case for ordering it: 28g protein from the cheese-heavy base and only 19g net carbs. The case for sharing it: saturated fat at 165% of the daily value is genuinely significant. Three guests sharing brings all of those numbers into a much more reasonable range.
Is LongHorn Spinach Dip Keto
Borderline. The spinach dip base alfredo, cream cheese, spinach — is naturally low carb. The panko breadcrumbs in the crust and wheat flatbread chips push total net carbs to 19g (confirmed by Carb Manager). Skip the chips and net carbs drop to possibly under 10g. For strict keto: eat only the dip and crust, split with one guest. Best keto alternative: Seasoned Steakhouse Wings (~$13.99, 460 cal, 0g net carbs).
How to Order It Lighter
- Split with three guests — drops per-person cal to 257, sodium to 577mg, sat fat to 11g
- Skip flatbread chips — saves approximately 60 calories and significant carbs
- Skip honey wheat bread at the table — 30g+ carbs before any food arrives
- Follow with Lemon Garlic Chicken (330 cal) or Flos Filet (330 cal) as a lean entree
- Request extra spinach if available — adds nutrition without significant calories
LongHorn Spinach Dip Copycat Recipe
Most copycat recipes for the LongHorn spinach dip get the base wrong. They use sour cream or mayonnaise and the result tastes nothing like the original. The key insight from food researchers who reverse-engineered this dish: the base is alfredo sauce plus cream cheese, not a cold dairy base. That is what makes it taste like a restaurant dish rather than a party dip. Here is the correct approach:
Why Most Copycat Recipes Get the Base Wrong
Standard spinach dip recipes start with sour cream and mayo cold, tangy, and easy. The Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip at longhorns restaurant uses a hot alfredo sauce base cooked with cream cheese, which gives it the thick, glossy, meltingly rich texture that sets it apart. Skip the sour cream. Build alfredo first. Add cream cheese. Then add the spinach, cheeses, and garlic. That is the correct sequence.
Ingredients You Need
- Dip base: Heavy cream, butter, garlic, cream cheese (8 oz), flour (1 tbsp), salt
- Cheese blend: Fresh spinach (2 cups), mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, Romano
- Parmesan crust: Parmesan cheese, garlic butter, panko breadcrumbs (this is what makes it crackly)
- To serve: Store-bought flatbread crackers or homemade fried flatbread chips
Step by Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F. Spray an 8×8 baking dish with nonstick spray
- In a deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 1 minute
- Whisk in flour and salt. Add heavy cream and cream cheese — stir until cream cheese melts fully into a thick alfredo base
- Stir in fresh spinach, mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan, and Romano until combined. Pour into baking dish
- Mix Parmesan crust: combine Parmesan, garlic butter, and panko breadcrumbs. Spread evenly over the top
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until crust is golden and dip is bubbling at the edges
- Broil for final 2 to 3 minutes for maximum crust crackle — watch closely
- Serve immediately with flatbread chips or pita. The crust softens fast once out of the oven
How to Order LongHorn Spinach Dip
Sign up for LongHorn eClub at longhornsteakhouse.com for a free appetizer worth up to $13.99 on your first visit the spinach dip is fully covered. Join the call-ahead waitlist on the LongHorn Steakhouse app (iOS and Android) before leaving home. For the complete step-by-step ordering guide, lunch savings, and insider tips visit our LongHorn Steakhouse Ordering Guide. Find your nearest location and confirm current pricing at longhornsteakhouse.com.
Ordering Tips and Customization
- Ask for no flatbread chips and request veggie sticks instead — reduces carbs significantly for keto guests
- Request extra Parmesan crust on top — some locations can add more crust for extra crackle
- Ask for light garlic if you prefer a milder flavor — the garlic in the crust is bold
- Pair with Chardonnay ($8.79/glass) — the crisp white wine cuts through the rich dairy base perfectly
- Order via Uber Eats, DoorDash, or Grubhub — request chips in separate packaging to keep crispy
Drink Pairings
The Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip is rich, creamy, and dairy-heavy. The best drink pairings are those that cut through the richness with acidity or crispness. Chardonnay ($8.79/glass at LongHorn Steakhouse) is the classic pairing the oak and butter notes of the wine complement the alfredo base without competing. Light beer or sparkling water with lemon work well for non-wine drinkers. Avoid heavy red wines which amplify rather than balance the richness.
LongHorn Spinach Dip vs Other Appetizers
Same menu, same table here is how every starter on the longhorn steakhouse appetizers menu compares on the numbers that matter:
| Appetizer | Price | Cal | Protein | Net Carbs | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip | $12.99 | 770 | 28g | 19g | Best vegetarian – richest flavor |
| Seasoned Steakhouse Wings | ~$13.99 | 460 | 53g | 0g | Best keto – highest protein |
| Spicy Chicken Bites | $8.29 | ~950 | 43g | ~68g | Most affordable – spicy flavor |
| Wild West Shrimp® | $13.49 | ~970 | ~39g | ~59g | Boldest flavor – highest sodium |
| Texas Tonion® | $13.49 | ~1,430 | ~18g | ~160g | Best group value – lowest protein |
One stat stands out in this comparison: the Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip is the only vegetarian option among the shared starters which makes it the automatic order for any group with non-meat eaters. For pure protein and keto goals, the Seasoned Steakhouse Wings at 0g net carbs and 53g protein are the stronger nutritional pick. For flavor complexity and the vegetarian crowd, nothing else on the menu competes.
FAQ
Q1. How much is LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip?
$12.99 at most US LongHorn Steakhouse locations — sign up for LongHorn eClub at longhornsteakhouse.com for a free appetizer up to $13.99 on your first visit.
Q2. How many calories are in LongHorn spinach dip?
770 calories per full order, confirmed by FatSecret and eatthismuch.com. Without flatbread chips approximately 710 cal. Split between three guests approximately 257 cal each.
Q3. Is LongHorn spinach dip a spinach artichoke dip?
No, official name is Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip, spinach only, zero artichoke. Some competitor sites incorrectly call it artichoke dip — that is wrong.
Q4. What is the base of LongHorn spinach dip?
Alfredo sauce plus cream cheese, NOT sour cream or mayo. This is why it tastes richer than standard bar-style spinach dips and why most copycat recipes miss the mark.
Q5. Is LongHorn spinach dip vegetarian?
Yes, no meat in the dip, crust, or flatbread chips. The only clearly vegetarian shared appetizer on the LongHorn Steakhouse menu. Contains dairy — not vegan.
Q6. Is LongHorn spinach dip gluten free?
No, panko breadcrumbs in the crust and wheat flatbread chips. NOT Gluten Sensitive at LongHorn Steakhouse. Guests with celiac disease must avoid entirely.
Q7. Is LongHorn spinach dip keto friendly?
Borderline, 19g net carbs total (confirmed by Carb Manager). Skip the flatbread chips and net carbs drop significantly. Best keto alternative: Seasoned Steakhouse Wings (0g net carbs).
Q8. How much sodium is in LongHorn spinach dip?
1,730mg, 75% of the daily 2,300mg limit. Split between three guests and per-person sodium drops to approximately 577mg.
Q9. What comes with LongHorn spinach dip?
Crispy flatbread chips fried fresh to order. Request extra chips for approximately $1.50 to $2.50. Also pairs well with the complimentary honey wheat bread at the table.
Q10. Can I make LongHorn spinach dip at home?
Yes, alfredo sauce plus cream cheese as the base,
LongHorn Spinach Dip — The Complete Verdict
Creamy, cheesy, golden-crusted, and impossible to stop eating. The LongHorn Parmesan Crusted Spinach Dip at $12.99 is the richest starter on the longhorn steakhouse appetizers menu alfredo and cream cheese base, four cheeses, golden Parmesan and garlic crust, and crispy flatbread chips that make every bite better than the last. 770 calories, 28g protein, 19g net carbs, and the only clearly vegetarian shared starter at longhorns restaurant. The saturated fat is high and the sodium is real share between three guests, eat immediately before the crust softens, and follow with something lean. Everything else is just details.
More LongHorn Steakhouse Guides
Ready to Order ? Sign up for LongHorn eClub at longhornsteakhouse.com to get the spinach dip free on your first visit. For the complete ordering guide visit our LongHorn Steakhouse Ordering Guide. For allergen details check our LongHorn Gluten Free Menu guide. For full nutrition on every menu item visit our LongHorn Steakhouse Menu Nutrition guide. Explore all longhorn appetizers and prices at menulonghorn.com. Confirm current pricing and find your nearest location at longhornsteakhouse.com.
