This creamy and flavorful Sour Cream and Chive Dip is an easy recipe perfect for snacking that is ready in just 5 minutes! Serve with fresh veggies or chips. Easily made dairy-free.
The Creamiest Sour Cream & Chive Dip Everyone Will Ask You To Bring
Whether you need an appetizer for game day or movie night, this homemade dip with creamy sour cream and fresh herbs is the perfect thing.
- Easy recipe
- Simple ingredients
- Great crowd-pleasing appetizer
- Gluten-free and dairy-free
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Ingredients and Substitutions
Here are a few quick notes about the ingredients in this recipe. You can see a complete list of ingredients and instructions in the recipe card below.
Sour cream - To keep things dairy-free, there are a variety of plant-based options.
Fresh chives - You'll want to use fresh for this recipe and not dried for the best chive flavor.
Garlic - Fresh minced garlic adds the best flavor, but garlic powder will do in a pinch.
Lemon juice - The sour acid from fresh lemon juice helps balance out our tangy dip.
Onion powder - A little bit of this goes a long way. You can easily omit it if needed.
How to Make Sour Cream and Chive Dip
Before you start: Chop your chives and get out all ingredients.
Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well.
Step 2: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Give it a good stir before serving.
Recipe Tip
- Chilling this dairy-free dip before serving allows the flavors to really meld.
Serving Suggestions
This delicious dip is perfect with crispy potato chips, but there are so many gluten-free serving options! Here are some ideas on how to use it:
- Crunchy veggies (carrots, celery sticks, bell peppers)
- Sweet potato wedges, carrot fries, or sweet potato fries
- Pita chips, savory oat crackers, or tortilla chips
- French fries or polenta fries
- Use as a sandwich spread
- Serve with smashed potatoes
- Alongside chicken wings
FAQs
Yes! If you prefer to lighten up this dip, dairy-free or regular Greek yogurt is a great option.
To ensure this dip recipe is vegan, use a dairy-free, plant-based option. The additional ingredients called for in the recipe are all vegan.
Although chives and green onions have some similarities, they are not the same thing. Chives have a mild, more delicate onion flavor while green onions have a stronger, sharp onion flavor.
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📖 Recipe
Sour Cream and Chive Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup (8oz) dairy-free or regular sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, add all ingredients. Mix well to combine.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and dip to thicken back up.
- Before serving, season with additional salt and black pepper if desired and give it a good stir. Garnish with extra chives or black pepper.
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