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Creamy Herb and Onion Dip Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This creamy herb and onion dip combines smooth cream cheese and tangy sour cream with a flavorful dry onion soup mix and fresh herbs. Perfectly chilled and garnished, it’s an easy and delicious appetizer or snack for gatherings, parties, or casual dipping with chips and vegetables.

Ingredients

Dip Base

  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups sour cream (light sour cream can be used)

Seasonings and Herbs

  • 1 packet (about 1 ounce) dry onion soup mix
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (or 1 teaspoon dried chives)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Chopped green onions or additional fresh herbs

Instructions

  1. Prepare the base mix: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
  2. Add seasonings and herbs: Stir in the dry onion soup mix, chopped fresh or dried parsley, chopped fresh or dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated for a consistent flavor.
  3. Chill the dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the mixture to a sealed container. Refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly, enhancing the taste and texture.
  4. Serve and garnish: Before serving, stir the dip gently to refresh its texture. Garnish with chopped green onions or extra fresh herbs if desired to add a fresh color and flavor contrast. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • Use light sour cream to reduce fat content while maintaining creaminess.
  • Refrigerate the dip for at least one hour to develop the best flavor.
  • The dry onion soup mix contains salt, so adjust additional salt carefully to avoid oversalting.
  • For a stronger herb flavor, increase fresh parsley and chives slightly.
  • This dip can be prepared a day in advance and stored covered in the fridge.
  • Great served with potato chips, pita chips, crackers, or raw vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, and bell peppers.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/creamy-herb-and-onion-dip-recipe-2/