Green Goddess Fresh Herb Dip (Printable)

Creamy blend of fresh herbs, tangy yogurt, lemon juice for a vibrant dip or spread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - ½ cup mayonnaise
02 - ½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
03 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Fresh Herbs

04 - ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
05 - ¼ cup fresh chopped chives
06 - ¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)

→ Aromatics & Flavor

09 - 2 scallions, chopped
10 - 1 small garlic clove
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 2 teaspoons drained capers
13 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Place mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and sour cream into a food processor or blender.
02 - Incorporate parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, optional dill, scallions, garlic, capers, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Process until mixture is smooth and bright green, scraping down sides as necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
04 - Transfer dip to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Present chilled with fresh vegetables, chips, or use as a spread for sandwiches.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes 10 minutes and tastes like you spent an hour carefully thinking about flavor.
  • Fresh herbs do all the heavy lifting, so it actually tastes brighter than most dips sitting around.
  • It works with everything—vegetables, chips, crackers, or smeared on a sandwich when you're eating lunch alone.
02 -
  • Don't skip the chilling time—the dip tastes noticeably better after the herbs have a chance to get to know each other in the cold.
  • If your dip is too thick, a splash of milk or a squeeze more lemon loosens it without watering it down.
03 -
  • If you're making this in a blender instead of a food processor, add the liquid ingredients first, then the herbs and solids, so the blender has an easier time getting everything smooth.
  • Raw garlic can be sharp and aggressive—start with half a clove, taste, then add more if you want it, rather than overpowering everything on the first try.
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