Looking for a can't miss appetizer? You'll LOVE this Sour Cream Dip! This yummy dip is loaded with fresh herbs, and it's so delicious paired with chips and veggies. This easy recipe is a total crowd pleaser, too!
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Ginnie's Take
While I love a fancy appetizer, if forced to choose a favorite snack, I'd definitely go with a classic dip. There's just something so delicious and satisfying about dipping crispy chips and crunchy veggies into a creamy dip. This easy Sour Cream Dip recipe is one of my favorites! It's loaded with fresh herbs, and has a bright lemony flavor that's absolutely irresistible. Perfect for easy entertaining or a scrumptious snack!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Fresh Flavor - You won't be able to resist this homemade dip's fresh lemon-herb flavor! It tastes amazing paired with chips and veggies.
- Quick + Easy - This recipe is so simple to make! Just chop a few ingredients, mix everything together with the sour cream, then get ready to start dipping.
- Perfect for Parties - If you're looking for a crowd pleasing appetizer, this creamy dip is for you! It's guaranteed to disappear fast at your next party.
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Ingredients
This creamy dip recipe is made with basic, easy to find ingredients! Here's what you'll need:
- Sour Cream - You'll need some sour cream, of course! I recommend using full fat for the richest, creamiest flavor.
- Herbs - This recipe uses a classic combination of fresh herbs: dill, chives, and Italian parsley (flat leaf).
- Green Onions - Fresh green onions (scallions) add a zippy flavor to the dip.
- Lemon - A little fresh lemon juice and zest enhances the other ingredients and adds a bright flavor that provides a light counterpoint the rich sour cream.
- Salt + Pepper - I recommend using kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.
This recipe is naturally vegetarian, nut free, and gluten free! Check out the Variations section below for tips on adapting the recipe to other diets.
How to Make Sour Cream and Herb Dip
This homemade Sour Cream Dip is super quick and easy to make, and you'll find a detailed recipe card below with all the measurements. But basically, you just combine all the ingredients in a bowl, then mix everything together.
It doesn't get any easier, and you can prep the recipe in advance for parties. In fact, the dip is tastiest when made ahead of time and refrigerated so the flavors can blend together!
Variations
Feel like experimenting? Here are a few ideas to try:
- Herbs - Experiment with your favorite herbs. Any soft herb (such as basil, chives, dill, cilantro, parlsey, or tarragon) will work, and you can use a single herb or a combination.
- Garlic - For a milder garlic flavor, use garlic powder. A little onion powder would also make a delicious addition.
- Spicy - Like a little heat? Add cayenne or hot sauce to taste.
- Vegan + Dairy Free - For a vegan / dairy free option, simply use plant based sour cream.
Serving Suggestions
This homemade dip can be enjoyed as a chip dip, a veggie dip, or you can pair it with both! Here's are some of my go-to dippers:
- Veggies - Serve with your favorite vegetables, like grape tomatoes, carrot or celery sticks, sliced bell peppers, broccoli or cauliflower florets, pea pods, or cucumber slices.
- Chips - Crispy chips make an amazing pairing. These salt and pepper kettle chips are my fave!
- Crostini - Crunchy homemade Garlic Crostini is delicious paired with the creamy dip.
- Crackers + Pretzels - A handful of crackers or pretzels goes great, too. Try my easy Herb Parmesan Crackers recipe if you'd like to try making your own!
- Pita Chips - Serve with these crispy Pita Chips for something different. The recipe is a great way use up leftover bread.
- Potatoes - This dip would be delish used as a topping for baked potatoes, served as a dipping sauce for fries, or mixed into mashed potatoes (check out my Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream for inspo)!
Storage
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in your refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for three to four days.
Related Recipes
Looking for more herby dips? Try my Green Goddess Dip, Fresh Dill Dip, or Cream Cheese Dip next! You'll love my other creamy dip recipes, too:
- Caramelized Onion Dip
- Beau Monde Dip
- Fromage Fort
- Whipped Goat Cheese Dip
- Baked Ricotta Dip
- Lemon Artichoke Dip
- Ricotta Blue Cheese Dip
P.S. Check out all my appetizer recipes for even more ideas!
Sour Cream Dip
Ingredients
- 2 cups sour cream (16 ounces / 454 grams)
- 1 medium lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 large green onions, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- Add sour cream and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to a medium bowl. Mix well.
- Stir in remaining ingredients (lemon zest, green onions, garlic, chives, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper). Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
- Cover dip, then chill in refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Serve with chips and veggies. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Very simple and easy - used a mix of sour cream and greek yogurt.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the dip, Megan! Thanks for sharing your tip 🙂