This easy Sour Cream Dip recipe is thick, creamy, and a crowd-pleaser that can be dunked into with chips and veggies. Perfect for a game day or potluck and ready under 5 minutes.
Why Sour Cream and Chive Dip is so Good
- Done in less than 5 minutes.
- Homemade and less expensive than store-bought.
- Creamy, and delicious dip, perfect for all ages.
- Low Carb, Keto and Gluten-free.
- Can be made ahead.
This dip is low carb and keto-friendly and great for weight watchers. If you are on a Keto or Low Carb Diet Check out my Keto Indian Food Recipes Collection.
Ingredients
Here are few ingredients to make the sour cream dip recipe
- Sour Cream – Using full fat sour cream makes the dip rich and creamy. However you can also use low-fat as well.
- Mayonnaise - makes the dip creamy and enhances the taste.
- Herbs - I have used dried chives and dill in this recipe. You may also use fresh dill and chives as fresh herbs tastes best in the dips.
- Garlic powder – is added for flavor. You can also add the freshly minced garlic cloves.
- Onion powder – is added to get sweetness from the onion, so do not skip it.
- Lemon Juice or Vinegar - Helps to keep the dip fresh for longer and it increases the taste too. Its optional.
- Salt & Pepper – for seasoning
How to Make Sour Cream Dip
In a medium bowl, take sour cream. Add in the remaining ingredients and stir everything together.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend or you may also eat it right away.
Serve this sour cream dip with potato chips or veggies such as cucumber, celery, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes.
How to Serve Creamy Sour Cream and Chive Dip?
You can pair this dip with a variety of dippers.
- Potato Chips
- Crackers
- Veggies like Cucumbers, celery, bell peppers, cherry, or grape tomatoes, broccoli, carrots
- Roasted Potatoes
- French Fries
Tips
- Use full-fat sour cream as it makes the dip more rich, flavorful, and creamy.
- Leftover dip stays good for 4-5 days when refrigerated.
Variations
- You may also use freshly available herbs like dill and chives in this recipe.
- If you want to add some heat to this dip, add minced chili pepper or jalapeno.
More Side Dishes
This recipe has been adapted from Spendwithpennies
Sour Cream Dip Recipe
Ingredients
Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove of garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried chives
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon lime juice (or white vinegar) optional
- salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, take sour cream. Add in the remaining ingredients and stir everything together.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend or you may also eat it right away. Serve this sour cream dip with chips or veggies such as cucumber, celery, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes.
Notes
Tips
- Use full-fat sour cream as it makes the dip more rich, flavorful, and creamy.
- Leftover dip stays good for 4-5 days when refrigerated.
Variations
- You may also use freshly available herbs like dill and chives in this recipe.
- If you want to add some heat to this dip, add minced chili pepper or jalapeno.
Nutrition
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