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    Home » Appetizers » 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    Jan 25, 2021 · 8 Comments

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    This addictive and utterly delicious 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip is a massive crowd pleaser. Not only is it no bake, it also comes together in a New York Minute. If that's not a winning combination I don't know what is. It's naturally gluten free and vegetarian.

    Creamy dip with a sea of chips. Yes it's basic. It's about as basic as it gets. But if you're short of time it's the perfect thing to literally throw together ahead of a party or gathering. And you can always serve it with some healthy colorful crudités for a bit of balance.

    Why you should try this 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    • Dip is one of those recipes which is so easy to make at home. And it's so much better - and less expensive - than store bought.
    • It takes less than 5 minutes to make (plus chilling time). Really!
    • A lot of store bought dips have artificial nasties in them. Here you know exactly what you're eating (just 4 ingredients too.)

    How to make 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    Full printable recipe with measurements is below.

    Get a bowl. Mix together Sour Cream, Mayo, Chives and Sea Salt. Transfer to a serving dish and let it hang out for an hour or two in the fridge.

    Variations

    Sour cream can be substituted on a 1 cup to 1 cup ratio for full fat Greek Yoghurt or Crème Fraiche.

    If you're a garlic lover feel free to add a finely grated clove of garlic into the mix.

    Tips for making the best 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    • You must let this dip sit in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors mix properly and work their magic.
    • This dip can be made up to 24 hours in advance and will taste better the next day.
    • It won't taste right if it's not seasoned properly. Add sea salt according to your preference and taste to make sure you're happy.
    • Make sure the chives are finely (and fairly evenly) cut.
    • I always use kitchen scissors to snip my chives. For me it seems so much faster and easier than using a knife and board and you can hold them right over the bowl.

    How To Serve this Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    Mine tends to get served with a big 'ole bowl of chips (AKA crisps). I especially love this with Salt and Vinegar Kettle chips.

    But its also great with Veggie Crudités, Baked Pita Bread, Potato or Sweet Potato Wedges, Fries and Chicken Wings. Basically if it's dipable it works.

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    Pinnable image with recipe title and bowl of sour cream and chive dip set on top of crinkle cut potato chips.

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    4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip

    This addictive and utterly delicious 4 Ingredient Sour Cream and Chive Dip is a massive crowd pleaser. Not only is it no bake, it also comes together in a New York Minute. If that's not a winning combination I don't know what is. It's naturally gluten free and vegetarian.
    4.91 from 10 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 157 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ¼ Cups Sour Cream
    • ¼ Cup Mayonnaise
    • 4 Tbsps Chives, finely cut - Around 2 bunches or packets
    • ¼ Tsp Sea Salt

    Instructions
     

    • Place the sour cream and mayonaise in a medium bowl.
    • Add the chives and salt.
    • Mix well.
    • Transfer to a serving dish.
    • Cover and leave in the refrigerator for at least an hour and up to 24 hours to let the flavors mix.
    • Serve with chips (crisps) crudités and other dipping foods of your choice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 157kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 195mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 392IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 1mg
    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be taken as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and the Family Food Kitchen can't guarantee the accuracy of this information.
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    This recipe was shared with the #cookblogshare community, which this week was hosted by Helen at Family Friends Food.

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    Comments

    1. Carol says

      January 26, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Great with nibbles & a drink in front of the fire before dinner

      Reply
    2. Gale says

      January 28, 2021 at 3:37 pm

      5 stars
      Very tasty!! I also added about 1tsp. garlic powder and a few dashes of hot sauce.

      Reply
    3. Pauline Aylesbury says

      August 03, 2021 at 10:11 pm

      5 stars
      This tastes amazing and is firm family favourite

      Reply
      • Jo Keohane says

        August 08, 2021 at 5:24 pm

        We love it in our house too 😉 Thanks so much for your comment

        Reply
    4. Helen says

      October 18, 2021 at 8:26 am

      5 stars
      So easy! What a great recipe to have on standby for 'dip emergencies'!
      Thanks for linking up with #CookBlogShare.

      Reply
      • Jo Keohane says

        October 21, 2021 at 11:08 am

        #dipemergencies are real, so glad you liked the recipe Helen. Thanks so much for your comment.

        Reply
    5. Eb Gargano | Easy Peasy Foodie says

      October 18, 2021 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      Love this dip - so perfect for parties, potlucks etc. 😀

      Reply
      • Jo Keohane says

        October 21, 2021 at 11:08 am

        Thanks so much Eb, it's one of my easiest and most popular dips for sure. Also a lot cheaper than buying it, if you have a dip habit like mine lol

        Reply

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