Picnic Dip
Get ready to wow your guests with this crowd-pleasing Picnic Dip, an irresistible blend of creamy and savory flavors perfect for outdoor gatherings or casual get-togethers. This no-cook appetizer combines velvety cream cheese, tangy sour cream, and sharp shredded cheddar with the fresh crunch of green onions and juicy diced tomatoes. Optional jalapeños add a spicy kick, while garlic powder and black pepper round out the robust seasoning. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and vibrant taste, this easy-to-make dip is perfect served with chips, crackers, or veggie sticks. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for prepping ahead, Picnic Dip is your go-to recipe for effortless entertaining!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (drained)
- 1 tbsp jalapeños, finely diced (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, and jalapeños (if using). Mix until well incorporated.
Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasoning throughout the dip.
Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
Garnish the dip with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of color and added flavor.
Serve immediately with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.6 g | 206% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.4 g | 502% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 464 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 2795 mg | 122% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.9 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1388 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1128 mg | 24% | |
*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.
