Green Goddess Salad Dip (Printer-friendly)

Creamy herb-packed dip with fresh parsley, chives, tarragon, and basil. Serve with tortilla chips and vegetables for easy entertaining.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
03 - 1/4 cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt

→ Fresh Herbs

04 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh tarragon, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves

→ Flavorings

08 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
09 - 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
10 - 2 anchovy fillets (optional)
11 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ To Serve

14 - Tortilla chips
15 - Assorted fresh vegetables (carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, radishes, celery)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a food processor or blender, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, anchovy fillets (if using), garlic, salt, and pepper.
02 - Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
03 - Taste and adjust lemon juice, salt, or pepper as desired.
04 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Serve chilled with tortilla chips and assorted fresh vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms a pile of fresh herbs into something luscious and crowd-pleasing in under 20 minutes.
  • The tangy, herby flavor is so much brighter than anything you can buy at the store.
  • It feels fancy but requires zero cooking and almost no cleanup.
  • You can tweak it endlessly based on what herbs you have on hand.
02 -
  • Let the dip rest in the fridge before serving, the flavors deepen and the garlic mellows out beautifully.
  • If you skip the anchovy, add a tiny pinch of extra salt to make up for the savory depth you lose.
  • Fresh herbs are non-negotiable here, dried ones will give you a sad, dusty dip instead of something vibrant.
03 -
  • Use the freshest herbs you can find, their flavor is the whole point of this dip.
  • Don't skip the chilling time, it really does make a difference in how the flavors come together.
  • If you want a thinner consistency for drizzling over salads or grain bowls, add a tablespoon of olive oil or water and blend again.
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