Dill dip is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for vegetables, chips, and more. This easy recipe has simple ingredients and is ready in minutes.
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What Makes Homemade Dill Dip So Good
When you make this dill dip at home, you can tell the difference. Something about the flavor of the fresh spices being added in with the sour cream and mayonnaise just makes the overall flavor come alive!
What Makes This the Best Dill Veggie Dip
My favorite thing about this recipe is that you can make it in 5 minutes or less, and it tastes fresh and vibrant. You can tell the difference between this homemade dill dip, and one you buy from the store.
The other thing that makes this the best veggie dip is that it has sour cream and mayonnaise so you get the perfect hints of sweet and sour to pair with the spices.
Dill dip is low carb and keto friendly.
Other Uses for Dill Dip
One thing I also love to use this dill dip for is potato chips! It makes a great homemade chip dip! The spices in the dip go so well with original potato chips.
You can also use it as a thick and creamy salad dressing (almost like ranch!), spread it on your bun for a tasty burger, or a dip for grilled chicken or chicken nuggets.
Ingredients for Dill Dip
There are only a few ingredients needed for this recipe so it is very simple! You should be able to find everything right in your pantry, fridge, or spice rack. To double-check you have what you need to make this dill dip recipe, here’s a list:
- Sour cream
- Mayonnaise
- Dill weed – use dried dill, if you want to use fresh dill use twice the amount as you would for dried herbs
- Onion powder
- Seasoned salt
- Dried parsley
Ingredient Substitutions and Variations
If you don’t like the taste or texture of sour cream, you can substitute it with plain Greek yogurt and it will taste just as good!
To spice up this recipe and add more flavor profiles, consider adding any of these herbs, spices, or seasonings to the dip:
- Cajun seasoning
- Chives
- Dehydrated bell peppers
- Dried minced onion
- Minced shallots
- Paprika
- Tarragon
To make this a vegan dill dip, use vegan substitutes for mayonnaise and sour cream.
How to Make Dill Dip
This is a simple recipe with only a few steps:
- Place all the ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Stir until they are thoroughly combined.
- Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 2 hours before serving.
What Goes Well with This Dill Dip
This dill dip is often served with a load of veggies! Here are a few I recommend to serve with this homemade dip:
- Baby carrots
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower
- Celery sticks
- Grape tomatoes
- Sliced bell peppers
- Sliced cucumber
- Snap peas
- Crackers
- Cherry tomatoes
How to Store Leftover Homemade Dill Dip
When you are ready to store this dill dip, place it in an airtight container and store it in the fridge.
You might even find you love it, even more, the second day. With the dip sitting overnight, it allows the flavors to meld together and bloom!
You can keep the dip in the fridge for about 5 to 7 days.
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Recipe originally from Bernadette, Pueblo, Co. 1977.
Easy Homemade Dill Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dill weed
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Refrigerate the dip for 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- Add a cajun flavor with a cajun spice blend.
- Add dehydrated bell peppers for a nice bit of zing.
- Add in a teaspoon or two of minced shallots.
Stan
I usually buy a packaged dip, homemade is so much better. This recipe is a keeper.
Kenny
This dip was super easy to make, and it tasted wonderful!