Green Goddess Creamy Dip (Print Version)

Vibrant creamy dip blending fresh herbs, yogurt, and lemon, ideal for veggies, chips, or sandwiches.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - ½ cup mayonnaise
02 - ½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
03 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Fresh Herbs

04 - ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
05 - ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
06 - ¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)

→ Aromatics & Flavor

09 - 2 scallions, chopped
10 - 1 small garlic clove
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 2 teaspoons drained capers
13 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How-To Steps:

01 - Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and sour cream in a food processor or blender until smooth.
02 - Incorporate parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, optional dill, scallions, garlic, capers, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the dairy mixture.
03 - Blend all ingredients until the mixture is vibrant green and smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning accordingly.
04 - Transfer the dip into a bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Present chilled with fresh vegetables, chips, or use as a sandwich spread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like spring in a bowl, but you can make it in ten minutes without any cooking.
  • That bright, herby flavor makes it taste fancy enough for guests but casual enough for a Tuesday night snack attack.
02 -
  • Don't blend the herbs too far in advance or they'll oxidize and turn brown—make this dip within an hour or two of serving if you want that pristine green color.
  • Taste as you go because some herbs are stronger than others depending on the season, and you might want more or less than the recipe suggests.
03 -
  • Buy fresh herbs from the farmer's market if you can—they're more flavorful and you'll taste the difference immediately.
  • If you're serving this to vegetarians or vegans, you can use plant-based mayo and yogurt, and it turns out just as creamy and delicious.
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