Sour Cream Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
78 kcal
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Course
Appetizer, Condiments, Snacks
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Cuisine
American
Sour Cream Dip
Description
The Sour Cream Dip combines a smooth base of sour cream and mayonnaise, enhanced by fresh chives, and dried herbs and spices including garlic powder, dried dill, and onion powder. These ingredients yield a dip with a delicate herbal and savory character balanced by the tanginess of sour cream. Mixing the ingredients together and letting it chill for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to blend and soften, resulting in a harmonious taste.
The texture is creamy and cool, making it a suitable addition to fresh vegetables, chips, or as a sandwich spread if desired. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper to balance the flavor.
The dip keeps well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to seven days, making it convenient for preparing ahead of time. The recipe's simplicity allows adjusting herb amounts or trying fresh dill instead of dried for variation.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chives chopped fresh
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dill dried
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days to maintain freshness.
- Chill the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to develop fully.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5tablespoons | |
| Calories | 78 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 51mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 30mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 151IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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