Veggie Ranch Dip Diced Chives (Print View)

Creamy ranch dip with fresh diced chives, perfect for pairing with assorted fresh vegetables.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy Base

01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - ½ cup mayonnaise

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon dried dill
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)

→ To Serve

11 - Assorted raw vegetables (carrot sticks, celery, cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes)

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Add lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, black pepper, and salt. Stir thoroughly to blend flavors evenly.
03 - Gently fold in the chopped parsley and one tablespoon of chives ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary to achieve desired balance.
05 - Transfer the dip into a serving bowl and garnish generously with additional diced chives on top.
06 - Serve immediately alongside assorted fresh vegetables or cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to enhance flavor development.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Creamy and full of flavor
  • Easy and quick to prepare
02 -
  • For extra tang substitute part of the sour cream with Greek yogurt
  • Add a pinch of cayenne for a subtle kick
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor
  • Let the dip chill to let flavors meld
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