Save It A tangy, creamy dip featuring sweet and sour pickle relish, perfect for chips, sandwiches, or as a burger topping.
I made this Sweet and Sour Pickle Relish Dip for a summer barbecue and it disappeared within minutes. Everyone loved the playful, bright flavors on both chips and burgers.
Ingredients
- Sour cream: 1 cup (240 g)
- Cream cheese: 1/2 cup (120 g), softened
- Sweet and sour pickle relish: 1/2 cup (120 g)
- Red onion: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Fresh dill (optional): 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
- Apple cider vinegar: 1 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Mix dairy base:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Fold in vegetables:
- Fold in pickle relish, red onion, and fresh dill.
- Add seasonings:
- Add apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Adjust and chill:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve:
- Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or as a sandwich or burger spread.
Save It My kids love helping mix the ingredients for this dip. It brings everyone together at snack time after a busy afternoon.
Required Tools
Medium mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based sour cream and cream cheese alternatives. Add chopped capers or jalapeños for a flavor twist.
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 120 Calories, 9 g Total Fat, 7 g Carbohydrates, 2 g Protein
Save It This tangy dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser—bright, creamy, and easy to whip up for any occasion.
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What are the key ingredients for this dip?
Sour cream, cream cheese, sweet and sour pickle relish, red onion, fresh dill, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and various seasonings create the signature taste.
- → How long should the dip chill before serving?
It’s best to refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and develop fully.
- → Can this dip be made vegan?
Yes, substitute sour cream and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives to create a vegan-friendly version.
- → What foods pair well with this tangy dip?
This creamy dip goes well with chips, crackers, sandwiches, burgers, and pairs nicely with crisp white wine or light beer.
- → Are there suggested flavor variations?
Adding smoked paprika, chopped capers, or jalapeños can add extra depth and a spicy kick to the dip.