Description
Indulge in the perfect party appetizer with this Fried Pickle and Ranch Dip. Creamy, tangy, and full of pickle flavor, this dip is sure to be a hit at any gathering. Serve it with chips, crackers, or veggies for a delicious snacking experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Dill Pickle Dip:
- 1 cup chopped dill pickles
Ranch Dip:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup crushed seasoned fried onions or crushed crackers (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in the chopped pickles, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, pepper, and salt.
- Mix until well combined. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, top with crushed fried onions or crackers for a crunchy ‘fried’ effect.
- Garnish with chopped chives if desired. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
- Bread-and-butter pickles add a sweeter twist if preferred.
- For a spicy kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg