Description
This fresh and tangy Dill Dip combines creamy sour cream, Greek yogurt, and a touch of mayonnaise with zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and fragrant dill and parsley. Perfect as a flavorful accompaniment for vegetables, chips, or crackers, this easy no-cook recipe comes together quickly and tastes best after resting to blend the herbaceous flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Base
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
Flavoring and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or to taste; bottled is fine)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (start there, add more to taste)
- salt & pepper (to taste)
Herbs
- 2 tablespoons (not packed) finely chopped dill (OR 1 teaspoon dried dill weed)
- 1/2 tablespoon (not packed) finely chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prep: Get your ingredients ready. If you don’t have Greek yogurt, you can use all sour cream as a substitute for a slightly different texture and flavor.
- Whisk the Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, Greek yogurt, and mayonnaise until completely smooth and no lumps remain ensuring a creamy consistency.
- Season: Stir in the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to bring out all the flavors.
- Fold in Herbs: Gently fold in your finely chopped fresh dill and parsley. Taste the dip and add another squeeze of lemon juice if you prefer a brighter, zingier flavor.
- The Wait: Although you can eat the dip immediately, it tastes best after sitting in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to 2 days. This resting time lets the herbs infuse their flavors fully into the creamy base.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute sour cream and Greek yogurt with vegan alternatives.
- If fresh dill is not available, dried dill weed works well but use less as it is more concentrated in flavor.
- You can adjust the thickness by adding more sour cream or Greek yogurt to suit your preference.
- Serve chilled with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or crackers for a delicious appetizer.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
