Dill Dip Recipe
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Dill Dip Recipe
Description
Dill Dip Recipe brings together sour cream and mayonnaise to create a creamy base. The addition of dried minced onion, dried parsley, and dried dill weed imparts an herbaceous, mildly pungent character balanced by celery salt. The method involves combining all ingredients and refrigerating for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld properly.
The dip pairs nicely with fresh cut vegetables, making it a convenient and flavorful choice for parties or casual snacking. The use of dried herbs provides a consistent taste and ease of preparation without the perishability of fresh herbs, though fresh dill can be added for garnish or enhanced flavor.
Substitutions such as plain Greek yogurt for some sour cream can alter texture and tang slightly. The dip should remain refrigerated until serving and can be prepared in advance to deepen flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream (see note 1)
- 2/3 cup mayonnaise (see note 2)
- 2 tablespoons onion dried minced
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
- 2 tablespoons dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon celery salt (see note 3)
- fresh vegetables for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add sour cream, mayonnaise, dried onion, parsley, dill, and celery salt. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes to blend flavors. Serve with fresh vegetables.
Notes
- Substitute plain Greek yogurt for some or all sour cream to adjust tanginess and texture.
- Use preferred brands of mayonnaise such as Hellman's for consistent flavor.
- Homemade celery salt can be made by grinding celery leaves with salt if fresh celery leaves are available.
- Make dip a day ahead to let flavors meld fully.
- Keep dip refrigerated until serving to maintain freshness.
- Optional: add up to 1 teaspoon garlic powder for a garlicky note.
- Sprinkle fresh dill on top if available for added aroma and color.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 218 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25cup | |
| Calories | 218kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 448mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 119mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 334IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.