Veggie Ranch Dip Diced Chives (Printable)

Tangy creamy dip with fresh chives, ideal for serving alongside crisp 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)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and well combined.
02 - Incorporate lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, black pepper, and sea salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
03 - Fold in the finely chopped parsley and 1 tablespoon of chives until the mixture is uniform.
04 - Sample the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary.
05 - Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl and garnish with extra diced chives.
06 - Serve the dip immediately with fresh vegetables or cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to enhance flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy and tangy flavor
  • Easy to prepare in 10 minutes
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 chives for the best flavor and color
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour for flavors to meld
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