Veggie Ranch Dip Chives (Printable)

Creamy tangy dip enhanced with fresh chives, ideal for pairing with fresh vegetables and snacks.

# Components:

→ Dairy Base

01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - ½ cup mayonnaise

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - ½ teaspoon dried dill
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped

→ To Serve

11 - Assorted raw vegetables (carrot sticks, celery, cucumber, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes)

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth and fully incorporated.
02 - Add lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, black pepper, and sea salt; stir thoroughly to blend flavors.
03 - Fold in finely chopped parsley and 1 tablespoon of chives, mixing until evenly distributed throughout the dip.
04 - Taste the mixture and modify seasoning if needed to achieve desired flavor balance.
05 - Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish generously with additional diced chives; serve immediately alongside fresh vegetables or refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to enhance flavor.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy, tangy flavor
  • Perfect for fresh vegetables
02 -
  • For extra tang substitute part of the sour cream with Greek yogurt
  • Add a pinch of cayenne for a subtle kick
03 -
  • Use fresh chives for the best flavor and garnish
  • Serve chilled for a refreshing taste
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