Zone Onion Dip
Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Zone Onion Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that elevates the classic onion dip to gourmet levels. This creamy dip features deeply caramelized yellow onions, cooked to golden perfection with a touch of sugar for enhanced sweetness. Blended seamlessly with cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of mayonnaise, its velvety texture is perfectly balanced by aromatic seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this dip is as visually enticing as it is delicious. Serve it alongside crunchy chips, crisp veggie sticks, or buttery crackers for the ultimate party snack or game-day treat. Ready in just 40 minutes and capable of serving 8, this recipe is your next go-to appetizer for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium (about 1.5 pounds total) Yellow onions
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons (divided) Salt
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 8 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh chives
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the sugar. Stir to coat the onions evenly.
Cook the onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes or until deeply golden brown and caramelized. If they start to stick, add a splash of water to deglaze the pan.
Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and let them cool for about 5 minutes. Once cooled, finely chop the onions.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the caramelized onions, garlic powder, onion powder, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Taste the dip and adjust salt and seasonings if needed.
Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if using.
Serve with chips, veggie sticks, or crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.3 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.4 g | 447% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 4760 mg | 207% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 253.5 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.8 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 975 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 3358 mg | 71% | |
*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.
