Zesty Garlic Herb Veggie Dip
This Zesty Garlic Herb Veggie Dip is the perfect appetizer for any occasion, whether it's a pre-party snack, a summer BBQ, or a festive holiday gathering. Prepare it a day in advance to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. The creamy base, balanced with fresh herbs and a hint of citrus, makes it irresistible. Serve it alongside a vibrant array of fresh vegetables such as crunchy cauliflower and broccoli florets, sweet cherry tomatoes, and colorful bell pepper strips. It's not just a dip; it's a celebration of flavor and healthfulness in every bite!
0.75
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup (softened)
Buttermilk
1/4 cup
Minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons
Minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon
Grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon
Small garlic clove
1 (minced)
Instructions
1
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and buttermilk. Use an electric mixer on high speed to beat until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
2
Add the minced chives, cilantro, grated lemon rind, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic clove to the bowl. Mix on low speed until the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the dip.
3
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
4
Transfer the dip to a serving dish, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour, or overnight for best flavor.
5
Serve chilled with an assortment of fresh cut vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, carrots, celery sticks, and bell pepper strips.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Zesty Garlic Herb Veggie Dip.
What is the primary base of the dip?
The base consists of reduced-fat cream cheese and buttermilk.
How long does it take to prepare?
The recipe is categorized in the < 15 Mins category.
What fresh herbs are required?
You will need minced fresh chives and minced fresh cilantro.
Does this recipe use lemon?
Yes, it uses one teaspoon of grated lemon rind for a zesty flavor.
How should the cream cheese be prepared?
The cream cheese should be softened before you begin mixing.
What equipment is recommended for mixing?
An electric mixer is recommended to beat the base until smooth and creamy.
How much garlic is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for one small garlic clove, minced.
How long should the dip be refrigerated?
It should be refrigerated for at least one hour, or overnight for the best flavor.
What vegetables pair well with this dip?
It is recommended to serve with cauliflower, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, carrots, celery sticks, and bell pepper strips.
Can this dip be made in advance?
Yes, it is a make-ahead recipe that allows flavors to meld beautifully when prepared a day early.
How many total ingredients are needed?
There are 8 ingredients in total for this recipe.
What is the quantity of buttermilk used?
The recipe requires 1/4 cup of buttermilk.
What is the quantity of cream cheese used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of reduced-fat cream cheese.
What seasonings are added to the dip?
The dip is seasoned with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
How much salt is included?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
How much black pepper is included?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of fresh ground black pepper.
What speed should I use to beat the cream cheese and buttermilk?
Use an electric mixer on high speed for about 2 minutes.
When should the herbs be added?
The herbs should be added after the cream cheese and buttermilk mixture is smooth.
What speed should I use when mixing in the herbs?
Use the mixer on low speed until the herbs are evenly distributed.
Can I adjust the seasoning?
Yes, you should taste and adjust the seasoning by adding more salt or pepper as desired after mixing.
Is this recipe suitable for a BBQ?
Yes, it is noted as a perfect appetizer for a summer BBQ.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include dip, appetizer, vegetable dip, party snack, healthy eating, garlic herb, easy recipe, and make ahead.
How should the dip be served?
The dip should be served chilled.
What is the amount of chives needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of minced fresh chives.
What is the amount of cilantro needed?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of minced fresh cilantro.
Should the garlic be minced or whole?
The garlic should be minced.
Is this a healthy snack option?
Yes, it is described as a celebration of flavor and healthfulness.
What is the purpose of chilling the dip?
Chilling allows the flavors of the fresh herbs and garlic to meld together.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe with a short preparation time.