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    Home » Recipes » Sauces, Chutneys & Dips

    Sour Cream Dip for Chips and Veggies

    Aug 2, 2023. by Bhavana Patil. 8 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    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 in under 5 minutes.

    sour cream dip served in a bowl with chips

    Looking for a crowd-pleaser chip-and-dip for your next party or game day? Try this homemade sour cream dip recipe, it is fresh, rich, creamy, and slightly tangy in flavor, great with potato chips and crunchy raw veggies.

    This classic sour cream dip is a crowd-pleaser and tastier than store-bought.

    My daughter loves this dip with potato chips and fries. When I have some leftovers, I also use them as a sandwich spread.

    Jump to:
    • Why Sour Cream and Chive Dip is so Good
    • Ingredients for Making Sour Cream Dip
    • How to Make Sour Cream Dip
    • How to Serve Creamy Sour Cream and Chive Dip?
    • Storage Suggestions
    • Tips to make the Best Sour Cream and Chive Dip
    • Variations
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • More Side Dishes
    • Sour Cream Dip Recipe

    Why Sour Cream and Chive Dip is so Good

    • Takes just 5 minutes to whip this up.
    • Homemade and less expensive than store-bought.
    • Creamy and delicious dip for chips, veggies, and crackers. Perfect for all ages.
    • Great for dinner parties, picnics, lunch boxes, and mid-day snacks!
    • It can be made ahead.
    • Low Carb, Keto, and Gluten-free.

    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 for Making Sour Cream Dip

    Here are a few ingredients to make the sour cream chip dip recipe.

    • Sour Cream – I like to use full-fat sour cream to make the dip rich and creamy but, you can use non-fat or light if you’re counting your calories. You can also swap some of your sour cream with plain Greek yogurt for added protein and tangier flavor.
    • Mayonnaise - makes the dip creamy and enhances the taste (I either use a vegan mayo or Primal Kitchen Avocado Oil mayo).
    • Herbs - I have used dried chives and dill in this recipe. You may also use fresh herbs to bring bold flavors to the dips. dried thyme
    • Garlic powder – added for flavoring. You can also use freshly minced garlic.
    • Onion powder – is added to get sweetness from the onion, so do not skip it.
    • Lime Juice (or Vinegar) - Fresh lime/lemon juice gives the best flavor. It helps to keep the dip fresh for longer and enhances the taste. It's optional.
    • Seasoning - Salt & freshly ground black pepper.
    Sour Cream Dip Ingredients

    How to Make Sour Cream Dip

    In a medium bowl, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, dried herbs like dill and chives, onion powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

    step to mix all the ingredients in a bowl collage

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for flavors to blend, or you may also eat it immediately.

    Serve this sour cream and chive dip with potato chips or veggies such as cucumber, celery, bell pepper, or cherry tomatoes.

    dipping a potato chip into sour cream dip

    How to Serve Creamy Sour Cream and Chive Dip?

    You can pair this dip with a variety of dippers.

    • Kettle Potato chips
    • Crackers
    • Pretzels
    • Veggies like cucumbers, celery, bell peppers, cherry, carrots, broccoli, or grape tomatoes
    • As a dip for roasted veggies like potatoes, and cauliflower
    • As a dip for potato fries or sweet potato fries
    • It is great as a spread on sandwiches and burgers.

    Storage Suggestions

    Fridge: Leftover sour cream dip will keep well in an airtight container for 4-5 days in the refrigerator.

    Freezer: It is not recommended to freeze this dip. Once it thaws, sour cream and mayonnaise will split and become watery.

    Tips to make the Best Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    • Use full-fat sour cream: Low-fat sour cream can be thinner in texture, you can still use it, but the results may not be excellent. Try to use full-fat sour cream to make the dip rich, creamy, and flavorful.
    • Add water or milk for a runnier dip if you prefer: Add a tablespoon of water or milk if you prefer a runnier dip. I like the thickness of the dip without adding any water, though.
    • Adjust the seasonings: Taste the dip mixture and adjust the seasoning as per your preference as you mix.

    Variations

    • Fresh Herbs: You can also use finely chopped fresh dill and chives. You may also use parsley.
    • Swap some of your sour cream for Greek yogurt: To add probiotics, protein, and tanginess and cut on calories.
    • Spicy: For a spicy sour cream sauce, add a little cayenne powder, or a teaspoon of sriracha sauce to the sour cream mixture. You can also add some minced chili pepper or jalapeno for the heat.
    • Sour cream and onion dip: Add some caramelized onion to the dip mixture for a variation.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does it keep?

    This is a great make-ahead dip. It will keep well in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. I do not recommend freezing this dip as sour cream will split and become watery when thawed.

    Can you use low-fat sour cream?

    I prefer to use a full-fat sour cream, it makes the dip richer in flavor, creamier, and less watery in texture. However, you can still use a low-fat sour cream in this recipe, but the dip will be thinner.

    More Side Dishes

    • Avocado Cilantro Dip
    • Sriracha Mayo Dip
    • Greek Yogurt Dip
    • Thai Peanut Sauce
    • Raw Mango Chutney
    • Green Tomato Chutney

    This recipe has been adapted from Spendwithpennies.

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    sour cream dip served in a bowl with chips

    Sour Cream Dip Recipe

    Bhavana Patil
    This easy Sour Cream Dip is thick, creamy, and a crowd pleaser that can be dunked into with chips and veggies
    4.73 from 11 votes
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    Servings: 8
    Calories : 90
    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Keto, Low Carb
    Method: No-Cook
    Prep Time : 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time : 5 minutes minutes

    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, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, dried herbs like dill and chives, onion powder, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
      step to mix all the ingredients in a bowl collage
    • 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.
      dipping a potato chip into sour cream dip

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    Notes

    Tips to make the Best Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    • Use full-fat sour cream: Low-fat sour cream can be thinner in texture, you can still use it, but the results may not be excellent. Try to use full-fat sour cream to make the dip rich, creamy, and flavorful.
    • Add water or milk for a runnier dip if you prefer: Add a tablespoon of water or milk if you prefer a runnier dip. I like the thickness of the dip without adding any water though.
    • Adjust the seasonings: Taste the dip mixture and adjust the seasoning as per your preference as you mix.
     

    Variations

    • Fresh Herbs: You can also use finely chopped fresh dill and chives. You may also use parsley.
    • Swap some of your sour cream for Greek yogurt: To add probiotics, protein, and tanginess and cut on calories.
    • Spicy: For a spicy sour cream sauce, add a little cayenne powder, or a teaspoon of sriracha sauce to the sour cream mixture. You can also add some minced chili pepper or jalapeno for the heat.
    • Sour cream and onion dip: Add some caramelized onion to the dip mixture for a variation.
     
    Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 62mgPotassium: 38mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 160IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 26mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword seasoned sour cream, sour cream dip
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    1. John Rhoe says

      September 07, 2022 at 2:01 pm

      4 stars
      I freestyle sour cream dip all the time and is right up my alley. Okay Try adding roasted red bell peppers to this.

      Reply
      • Bhavana Patil says

        September 07, 2022 at 6:38 pm

        Good to hear that, John. Thank you for suggesting red bell peppers, I will give it a try.

        Reply
    2. Sheryl says

      September 11, 2022 at 6:53 pm

      I used fresh dill and green onion tops as I had no chives as well as lemon juice. With Russian fresh garlic thus dip is addictive

      Reply
      • Bhavana Patil says

        September 21, 2022 at 5:45 am

        Hi Sheryl, Thanks for letting me know about the variations you made.:)

        Reply
    3. Wendy says

      June 21, 2023 at 2:34 pm

      5 stars
      I started with your recipe; added 1/2 tsp ground mustard and changed from lemon to lime juice- added a tbsp parsley and 2 tbsp mayo. Yum I make it a lot now

      Reply
      • Bhavana Patil says

        June 26, 2023 at 10:38 am

        Hi Wendy, Thats awsome, thank you so much for sharing your feedback, glad you liked it.

        Reply
    4. Leanne says

      September 05, 2023 at 2:41 pm

      5 stars
      Made this in a pinch and it turned out amazing! Definitely will be making this again!

      Reply
      • Bhavana Patil says

        September 17, 2023 at 1:12 am

        Hi Leanne, I am so glad you liked it

        Reply

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