Shrimp Dip
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5
Shrimp Dip
Description
The Shrimp Dip recipe combines equal parts of sour cream and softened cream cheese with cooked shrimp, lemon juice, and sliced green onions. The mixture is stirred together until smooth and then chilled, which lets the flavors blend and the dip firm up. It has a creamy consistency with a light tang from the lemon juice and a mild seafood taste. The green onions add a mild crunch and fresh note to the dip.
This dip can be served cold as an appetizer or snack, paired well with crackers, sliced bread, or fresh vegetable sticks. Since it includes dairy and seafood, it should be kept refrigerated until serving.
Chilling the dip for several hours or overnight enhances the flavor and texture, making it more cohesive and easy to spread or scoop. The lemon juice helps brighten the flavor, while the green onions contribute a bit of bite. The dip's smooth texture and balanced tanginess make it versatile for parties or casual snacks.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 8 ounces Shrimp
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons green onion sliced
Instructions
- Wash green onions and slice. Combine all ingredients together. This is best when it sets for several hours or even overnight.
Notes
- Keep the shrimp dip refrigerated until serving to maintain freshness and safety.
- Allow the dip to chill for several hours or overnight to develop the best flavor and texture.
- Use fresh green onions and fully softened cream cheese for smooth blending.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 181 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 181kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 117mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 334mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 580IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 3.3mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 102mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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