Get ready for your newest snack addiction, because this is the easiest and tastiest Blue Cheese Dip you’ll ever make!
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If you told me a few years ago that my favorite snack would be veggies paired with blue cheese dip, I would’ve scrunched my nose just like you might be right now. I grew up a picky eater, and it wasn’t until well into adulthood that I started branching out and re-trying some of the most popular foods there are. (Strawberries? Who knew!)
You can imagine my surprise when I saw this blue cheese dip recipe and actually thought, “Hmm, that might be worth tasting.” Now that I have, I can confidently tell you all that this dip is sure to convert even the biggest blue cheese haters. Myself included. If I haven’t convinced you by the end of this post, I’ll even give you an alternative to make this recipe a little less “blue.”
Not only does this dip take less than five minutes to make with just a few easy ingredients, it also goes with everything! From veggie platters, to Buffalo wings, to salad dressing, I could (and have tried to) eat this every single day. So far, my favorite FFF-inspired flavor combo has been the rich and cool flavor of the dip with these mouthwatering Hot Wings. Try it if you dare… and yes, I am absolutely daring you.
Is Blue Cheese Dip Healthy?
If you’re concerned about the “good for you” element of this dish, worry not. This blue cheese dip can be easily made healthier by simply substituting the sour cream with Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is protein-packed and lower in fat than sour cream, but it’s similar texture and tang won’t affect the flavor profile of the dip much. Additionally, you can easily alter the dip to make it a dressing by adding a bit of milk or cream and white vinegar. Then, just drizzle it over any one of these High Protein Salads for a quick and healthy meal.
What is Blue Cheese?
Now, I feel like this goes without saying, but the star of this dip show is the blue cheese. Most people think blue cheese is just another type of cheese, but actually, it’s the way the cheese is made and the “blue” part is introduced.
Blue cheese can be a variety of cheeses – from Gorgonzola to Roquefort – but what makes it “blue” is actually the addition of cultures of edible molds. Sounds disgusting, yes, but it’s actually one of the most flavorful varieties you can get at your local grocer, and once you decide to love it… you really freakin’ love it. Blue cheese has a “funk” to it that can come across as tangy, earthy, or creamy depending on what type you’re using. No matter what you choose, it’s going to elevate your dip like nothing else.
INGREDIENTS
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine
Mix sour cream, mayo, blue cheese, chives, and lemon juice.
Season
Adjust salt and pepper, to taste.
Chill
Refrigerate before serving for enhanced flavor.
FAQs & Tips
This dip is so quick and easy to make, but you can definitely do it ahead of time if you need to. Just store it in the fridge in an airtight container like a mason jar, and it should last you about 5 days.
This dip is going to have a creamy texture with a “coolness” to it – not unlike a tzatziki or a standard sour cream. The flavor will be tangy, but the blue cheese really shines through.
Alright, a promise is a promise. If I haven’t convinced you to give the blue cheese a try, I get it. Blue cheese is a polarizing flavor not made for everyone. Swapping the blue cheese in this recipe for crumbled feta will give it a different, but equally delicious flavor, and will pair well with most of the same foods.
Serving Suggestions
This blue cheese dip is versatile, and can be paired with so many tasty recipes! If you’re looking for a quick snack, munch on Keto Tortilla Chips dipped in this dish. For parties, you’ll definitely want to go the Chicken Wings route, but for a more filling (and still easy) dinner, try the dip drizzled on your Oven-Baked Turkey Burgers.
However you choose to enjoy this blue cheese dip, you’ll be feeling anything but blue afterwards. Ba-dum-tss.
Blue Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh chives
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, fresh chives, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
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Season the dip with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the flavor balance as needed by adding more blue cheese for richness, lemon juice for tanginess, or chives for a fresh oniony bite.
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Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled as a dip for vegetables, chips, or wings, or use it as a dressing for salads.
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