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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers and Sides

    Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    May 5, 2022 by Kristen Espino Leave a Comment

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    Sour cream and chive dip is a delicious and creamy dip to serve with fresh-cut veggies or crispy potato chips. To entice your kiddos to eat their greens, create this Mike Wazowski vegetable board to go alongside it.

    This no fuss dip combines sweet caramelized shallots, garlic, fresh chives, lemon juice for a little zing and lots of savory seasonings for loads of flavor in each bite.

    Sour cream and chive dip served with a Mike Wazowski inspired veggie platter.

    This sour cream and chive dip is a crowd pleaser and perfect for holidays and gatherings. Not only is this a healthy snack, it's also gluten free and vegetarian.

    Did I mention how easy it is to make? If you're crunched for time but still want to serve a delicious and healthy snack, this oniony dip is the one for you.

    For more delicious dips, try Mickey Pretzels with Cheese Sauce and Queso Dip with Mickey Chips.

    Sour cream and chive dip made with shallots, garlic, chives, sour cream, mustard powder and lemon juice.

    WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

    • Great for parties and gatherings. This dip can be made in advance and actually tastes better as it sits and all the flavors meld together.
    • Easy to make. With just a few steps and ingredients, this dip takes less than 20 minutes to prepare.
    • Gluten-free. It's always a good idea to have options when hosting a party and being that this dip is naturally gluten-free, it can accommodate any of your guests who have restrictions.
    • Full of flavor. This recipe combines caramelized shallots, garlic, fresh chives, onion and mustard powder to help elevate all those flavors.

    INGREDIENT NOTES

    • Fresh chives- They are usually sold in a bunch at the grocery store. Make sure to cut them fine.
    • Shallots- I use two in this recipe and cut them very fine. Once they are sautéed, they become so sweet and add a great onion flavor to this dip.
    • Garlic- Mince the garlic and add it after the onions are caramelized so they do not burn.
    • Sour cream- Use full-fat for flavor and creaminess.
    • Mustard powder- Adds a little kick, but can be left out if you do not have any on hand.
    • Lemon juice- I use one full lemon to add a bit of acid and zing to this dip.
    • Onion powder- Adds an extra dose of onion flavor.
    Sour cream and chive dip served alongside cucumbers, broccoli, celery, green beans and a Mike Wazowski inspired mouth.

    STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

    STEP 1: Cook shallots and garlic. Place skillet over medium-high heat and add oil. Once hot, add minced shallots. Sauté until caramelized, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

    STEP 2: Combine ingredients. In a large bowl, add sour cream, mustard powder, finely chopped chives, lemon juice, onion powder and cooled shallots and garlic. Fold together until well-blended. Season with salt.

    Chives, shallots and garlic.
    Sautéed garlic and shallots.

    STEP 3: Chill dip. Spoon into serving bowl and refrigerate for 2 hours. This allows the dip to get cold and also the flavors to intensify.

    STEP 4: Serve dip. Place dip onto a platter or board and serve with fresh-cut veggies or potato chips.

    Finely minced chives.
    Sour Cream, chives, caramelized shallots and garlic, mustard powder and lemon juice.

    VEGETABLE BOARD

    If you're interested in recreating this Mike Wazowski vegetable board, here is how to make it.

    • Gather vegetables. Since our little monster is green, I used a variety of green vegetables. Get creative and use different shades of green, sizes and textures.
    • Assemble. There is no right or wrong way to place your veggies but I divided my round board into quarters just to make it easy and cohesive. Layer the vegetables to add some dimension. For his horns, I sliced a couple pieces of green bell pepper and have them stick out on top.
    • Eyeball. To make his eyeball, add a slice of cucumber on top of the sour cream dip, followed by a black olive, cut in half. Lastly, add a tiny dollop of sour cream for the white detail in his corner eye.
    • Mouth. I made his mouth with sliced black olives and cauliflower florets.
    Sour cream and chive dip with Monsters Inc eye ball.

    EXPERT TIPS

    To allow all the flavors time to blend together, make this dip ahead of time. You can prepare this dip the night before or up to 2 hours before serving.

    Make sure to add the garlic after the onions have caramelized. Since garlic cooks rather quickly, adding it towards the end will make sure it doesn't burn.

    FAQ

    What other ingredients can I add to this dip?

    This dip is very versatile and you can add in whatever ingredients you like. Bacon bits, shredded cheese, and jalapeños are some delicious options.

    Can I make a healthier version of this dip?

    Yes, you can use light sour cream or substitute 1 cup of the sour cream for 1 cup of Greek yogurt.

    What other ways can I serve this dip?

    You can enjoy this dip with tortilla chips, pretzels, potato chips, or homemade baked potato wedges.

    Disney inspired veggie platter with sour cream and onion dip.

    STORING AND FREEZING

    Store this sour cream and chive dip in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days inside the refrigerator.

    FREEZING

    I do not recommend freezing this dip since dairy tends to not hold up very well inside the refrigerator.

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    Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    Kristen Espino
    Creamy sour cream combined with caramelized shallots, garlic, fresh chives and other savory ingredients. Serve this delicious sour cream and chive dip with a Mike Wazowski vegetable platter to entice those picky eaters to eat their greens. Perfect for holidays and family gatherings.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 6 mins
    Chill Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 16 mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12 people
    Calories 77 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    • 16 oz Sour cream
    • 2 each Shallots minced fine
    • 2 cloves Garlic minced fine
    • ¼ cup Fresh chives minced fine
    • 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
    • 1 each Lemon juiced
    • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon Salt

    Instructions
     

    Sour cream and Chive Dip

    • Place skillet over medium-high heat; add oil. Once oil is heated, add minced shallots. Cook for 3-4 minute until caramelized.
    • Stir in garlic and saute for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
    • In a large bowl, combine sour cream, mustard powder, chives, lemon juice, onion powder and salt. Mix together until well-blended.
    • Stir in cooled shallots and garlic. Mix until combined. Season with salt and pour into serving bowl. Refrigerate for 2 hours to allow flavors to blend together.
    • Serve with fresh-cut vegetables of potato chips.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 22mgSodium: 206mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 272IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 41mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword sour cream dip, chive dip, onion dip, veggie dip, vegetable platter
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