Cool, creamy, and packed with fresh dill flavor, this homemade dip combines tangy sour cream, rich mayonnaise, and savory herbs. Perfect for serving with crisp vegetables, crackers, or chips.
- Yield
- 8 – 10
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, optional
Method
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
- Add the chopped dill, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir thoroughly until the herbs and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
- Add the lemon juice, if using, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust the salt or black pepper as needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to blend.
- Stir gently before serving, then transfer to a serving bowl.
- Serve chilled with fresh vegetable sticks, crackers, or chips.
Kitchen notes
Fresh dill gives this dip its brightest flavor, while dried dill provides a more concentrated herbal taste. Chilling for at least an hour helps the seasonings blend and creates a richer, more balanced dip.







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