Herbed Cheese Dip
Indulge in the creamy, zesty goodness of this Herbed Cheese Dip—a quick and flavorful appetizer perfect for any gathering. This no-cook recipe combines velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and sharp Parmesan, elevated with a medley of fresh parsley, dill, and chives for a burst of herbaceous freshness. A touch of garlic and onion powder, a splash of lemon juice, and perfectly balanced seasoning make this dip irresistibly savory. Ready in just 10 minutes (with a short chill for maximum flavor), it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with crackers, fresh veggies, or crusty bread. Ideal for parties, picnics, or a relaxed snack, this herbed cheese dip will become your go-to recipe for creamy dips.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill
- 1 tbsp Fresh chives
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the mixture and stir well to incorporate.
Finely chop the parsley, dill, and chives. Add them to the bowl along with the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Squeeze in the lemon juice and stir until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or herbs as desired.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with crackers, vegetable sticks, or slices of crusty bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
201 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.1 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 332 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 59 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
