This easy homemade Dill Dip recipe is a favorite snack of my personal chef clients. They love it with veggies, crackers and pretzels. Made with simple ingredients like sour cream, mayonnaise and dried dill, this flavorful dip is quick to whip up and full of deliciously zesty flavor.
~Janet
The kids of my one personal chef clients love an after school snack of a preservative-free creamy dip to serve with cut up vegetables. And the preservative filled store bought dips aren't an option. That's where my sour cream dill dip comes in. It's a hit with my client and her kids. A win-win!
There's one big difference between making homemade dill dip and picking up a store bought brand at the grocery store. Great flavor! This creamy dip is loaded with fresh flavor and takes only a few minutes to whip up.
This dill dip is an easy appetizer for parties (try it with my Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings and these Roll Tacos), a huge hit at game nights, and one of my family's all time favorites to have on hand for snacking.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- Easy to make ~ The simplicity of the ingredients and the minimal prep involved make the homemade dip quick and effortless.
- Simple ingredients ~ Dill dip has only a few ingredients that are in a well stocked spice cabinet along with a couple refrigerated dairy products.
- Versatile ~ Creamy dill dip pairs will with a variety of dippers. Serve it with your favorite vegetables, crunchy pita chips, potato chips or pretzels. Spoon it over baked or grilled chicken, salmon, steak or these roasted shrimp. Use it as a spread on burgers, sandwiches or wraps.
Ingredients & substitutions
Grab a couple ingredients from the refrigerator along with a few pantry ingredients for my easy dill dip recipe. Scroll to the recipe card for full quantities of the ingredients.
- Sour cream: Plain Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute. I recommend the whole milk version for a rich flavor, but low fat or nonfat yogurt are also options.
- Mayonnaise: Regular mayonnaise is my preference for this flavorful dip. Olive oil mayonnaise, avocado mayonnaise or light mayo are alternatives. Use organic mayonnaise for a preservative free dill dip.
- Dried dill: I like to use dried herbs in dips as I always have them on hand. 2 tablespoons of finely chopped fresh dill can be used as a substitute.
- Garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, and fresh ground black pepper: ~ Use a pepper mill to grind the pepper. Fresh ground pepper from peppercorns results in the most flavorful spice.
How to make dill dip
With just a couple steps, you'll love how easy it is to make this dill dip. This is a brief overview of the recipe. Scroll to the recipe card for full instructions.
Step 1: In a mixing bowl add sour cream and mayonnaise.
Step 2: Add dried dill.
Step 3: Add garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt and pepper. Stir to combine the ingredients.
Step 4: Cover the dip and chill for at least 30 minutes. Serve with fresh veggies, crackers, chips or pretzels.
Variations
Try some of these variations to make this dilly dip extra special.
- Pickles: Stir in ½ cup of finely chopped dill pickles for a pickle dip.
- Spicy: Add 1-2 tablespoons of hot sauce or up to 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Fresh: Substitute 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill for the dried dill. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
- Low fat: Swap out the full fat versions of sour cream and mayonnaise for the low fat ones for a lightened up dip.
- Vegan and Dairy-Free: Use plant-based ingredients such as tofu sour cream and a vegan mayonnaise to make this dip vegan.
Leave a comment with your twist on my dill dip recipe.
Storage
Refrigerate: This dip is ideal to prepare as a make ahead snack. Store the prepared dip in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. The longer it sits in the fridge, the stronger the flavor will be.
Freezer: I don't recommend freezing homemade dill dip. The sour cream changes in texture when thawed. And the dip may will be watery and separate.
Amy's top tip
For the best flavor, let the dip sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. The longer it's refrigerated, the more intense the flavor will be. Be sure to taste the dip before serving. Add additional salt and pepper as needed.
What to serve with dill dip
The possibilities are almost endless for ways to enjoy dill dip. Favorites include the following.
- Fresh vegetables ~ Celery sticks, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, and slices of bell peppers are just a few of my favorite veggie dippers.
- Crunchy and crispy snacks ~ Dip pretzels, potato chips, tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, and corn chips.
- Bread bowl ~ Hollow out a round loaf of bread (sourdough is a fave) and fill it with dip. Serve it with cut up cubes of bread as dippers.
- Burger and sandwich spread ~ Slather dill dip on top of burgers, sandwiches and in wraps.
- Roasted vegetables ~ Dill dip is a tasty dip for roasted broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and sweet potato or regular french fries. Spoon over baked potatoes.
- Sauce ~ Dollop the dip on sauteed, grilled or baked chicken, fish, shrimp, pork chops or tenderloin, steaks and filet mignon.
Frequently asked questions
Both dips are cool and creamy, but they're made with different ingredients. Tzatziki is made with plain yogurt, shredded cucumbers and herbs. Dill dip is made with sour cream, mayonnaise and dill.
Yes it is. Just be sure to check the labels of the ingredients for any hidden gluten.
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Thanks ~ Amy
Recipe
Dill Dip {5 Minute Recipe}
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sour cream
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt and black pepper.
- Stir to combine the ingredients.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve with cut up vegetables, chips, and crackers.
Notes
- Pickles ~ Stir in ½ cup of finely chopped dill pickles for a pickle dip.
- Spicy ~ Add 1-2 tablespoons of hot sauce or up to 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes.
- Fresh ~ Substitute 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill for the dried dill. Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice.
- Low fat ~ Swap out the full fat versions of sour cream and mayonnaise for the low fat ones for a lightened up dip.
- Fresh vegetables ~ Celery sticks, cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, carrot sticks, and slices of bell peppers are just a few of my favorite veggie dippers.
- Crunchy and crispy snacks ~ Dip pretzels, potato chips, tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, and corn chips.
- Bread bowl ~ Hollow out a round loaf of bread (sourdough is a fave) and fill it with dip. Serve it with cut up cubes of bread as dippers.
- Burger and sandwich spread ~ Slather dill dip on top of burgers, sandwiches and in wraps.
- Roasted vegetables ~ Dill dip is a tasty dip for roasted broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and sweet potato or regular french fries. Spoon the dip over baked potatoes too.
- Sauce ~ Dollop the dip on sauteed, grilled or baked chicken, fish, shrimp, pork chops or tenderloin, steaks and filet mignon.
Janet Mattis says
I've been looking for an easy dip recipe like this one. I made it to serve with your baked wings ~ delicious!
Amy Casey says
I'm so glad you enjoy my recipe Janet. It's a must for snacking in our house.