Herbed Cream Cheese Dressing & Dipping Sauce
Elevate your salads and appetizers with this versatile Herbed Cream Cheese Dressing & Dipping Sauce, inspired by the Ready Steady Cook Show in Australia. With its creamy texture and subtle tang from lemon juice, this sauce serves as a delightful complement to salads, grilled chicken, or veal. For a fun twist, enjoy it as a dipping sauce paired with fresh veggie sticks like carrots and celery. While the base recipe is creamy and mildly flavored, feel free to experiment with fresh herbs or spices such as chives, basil, or oregano to customize the flavor to your liking. Whip this up in just minutes and unleash your culinary creativity!
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Servings
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Calories
3
Ingredients
Ingredients
Cream Cheese
50 g (At room temperature)
Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons (Freshly squeezed)
Olive Oil
1 tablespoon (Extra virgin recommended)
Instructions
1
Begin by placing the cream cheese in a mixing bowl and ensuring it is at room temperature for easy blending.
2
Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the bowl with the cream cheese.
3
Using a hand mixer or a bench mixer, blend the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4
Taste the sauce and consider adding your choice of fresh herbs or spices to elevate the flavor.
5
Serve by drizzling the dressing over your favorite salad or place it in a small bowl for a delightful dipping sauce alongside fresh vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Herbed Cream Cheese Dressing & Dipping Sauce.
What was the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by the Ready Steady Cook Show in Australia.
What are the primary ingredients needed?
The primary ingredients are cream cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil.
How much cream cheese should I use?
You should use 50 grams of cream cheese.
What temperature should the cream cheese be before blending?
The cream cheese should be at room temperature for easy blending.
How much lemon juice is required for this sauce?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How much olive oil is used in the dressing?
The recipe requires 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
What kind of olive oil is recommended?
Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for this recipe.
What tools can I use to blend the ingredients?
You can use a hand mixer or a bench mixer to blend the ingredients.
What texture should the final sauce have?
The final mixture should be smooth and creamy.
Can I add herbs to this recipe?
Yes, you can add fresh herbs like chives, basil, or oregano to customize the flavor.
What flavors does the lemon juice add to the sauce?
The lemon juice provides a subtle tang to the dressing.
How should I serve this as a dressing?
Serve by drizzling the dressing over your favorite salad.
How should I serve this as a dipping sauce?
Place it in a small bowl and serve it alongside fresh vegetable sticks.
Which vegetables are suggested for dipping?
Fresh veggie sticks like carrots and celery are suggested.
What types of meat does this sauce complement?
This sauce serves as a delightful complement to grilled chicken or veal.
Is this recipe difficult to make?
No, it is an easy recipe that can be whipped up in just minutes.
Can I add spices to this mixture?
Yes, you can add spices of your choice to elevate the flavor.
How many base ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 3 base ingredients: cream cheese, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Is this dressing customizable?
Yes, while the base is creamy and mild, it is designed to be easily customized with your choice of herbs.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is placing room temperature cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
When should I add the herbs or spices?
After blending the base ingredients until smooth, taste the sauce and then add your choice of herbs or spices.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include dressing, dipping sauce, cream cheese, salad, vegetable dip, and easy recipe.
Does the recipe provide nutritional information like calories or fat?
No, the provided nutritional data for calories, fat, and other macros is currently null.
What is the category of this recipe?
The category is currently blank, but it is tagged as a dressing and dipping sauce.
Can this be used for appetizers?
Yes, it is specifically mentioned to elevate your salads and appetizers.
How long does it take to prepare?
Preparation only takes a few minutes.
What is the main texture characteristic of this sauce?
The sauce is characterized by its creamy texture.
What is the preparation method for the lemon juice?
The lemon juice should be freshly squeezed.
What should I do if I want a more intense flavor?
You can experiment with adding chives, basil, or oregano to customize and intensify the flavor profile.