Roasted Garlic and Herb Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this luscious Roasted Garlic and Herb Dip, a creamy blend of roasted garlic, fresh herbs, and rich cream cheese. The recipe starts with a whole garlic bulb, roasted to golden perfection for a sweet, mellow flavor that beautifully complements the tangy sour cream and hint of lemon juice. Fresh parsley, chives, and thyme add a burst of herbal freshness, while a touch of olive oil ties it all together. Perfectly balanced with subtle seasonings, this dip is smooth, creamy, and irresistibly savory. Serve it with crunchy veggies, crispy crackers, or warm bread for a crowd-pleasing treat at any gathering. Ready in under an hour, this homemade dip is a must-try for garlic lovers and party hosts alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove the outer layers of the garlic bulb's skin, leaving the individual cloves intact. Slice off the top of the bulb (about 1/4 inch) to expose the cloves.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the cut side of the garlic bulb. Wrap the bulb tightly in aluminum foil.
Place the wrapped garlic bulb on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown.
While the garlic roasts, prepare the other ingredients. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, parsley, chives, thyme, lemon juice, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Once the garlic is roasted and cool enough to handle, squeeze the soft cloves out of their skins and mash them into a smooth paste using a fork.
Add the roasted garlic paste to the cream cheese mixture. Stir until all ingredients are well combined and the dip is smooth and creamy.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with additional chopped parsley or chives if desired.
Serve with fresh vegetables, crackers, or bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.2 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.6 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 309 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 2023 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 651 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 871 mg | 19% | |
*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.
