Month: February 2025

Lemon Dill Sauce

Lemon Dill Sauce

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This creamy lemon dill sauce is fresh, tangy, and packed with flavor! It’s the perfect complement to salmon, roasted veggies, or even as a dip for crispy potatoes. Made with simple ingredients like fresh dill, lemon, and a touch of garlic, it comes together in minutes!

Overhead image of lemon dill sauce in a small serving bowl with wooden spoon.

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Fresh and Flavorful: This lemon dill sauce has an incredibly rich and creamy texture! The combination of fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and tangy sour cream creates a perfectly balanced flavor that’s absolutely irresistible.
  • Quick and Easy: You can whip this up in about 10 minutes with 7 simple ingredients, making it the perfect tasty addition to any dish.
  • What do you serve Dill Sauce with? It’s absolutely incredible with salmon, my air fryer cod, but it also pairs wonderfully with other types of fish, vegetables, chicken, or use it as a dip for roasted potatoes.

Ingredients Needed

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How to Make Fresh Lemon Dill Sauce

This salmon dill sauce comes together in minutes! Simply measure out all the ingredients into a bowl then whisk to combine. Not only does this recipe yield a versatile sauce, but you’ll also be thrilled by how effortlessly you can make it at home.

  1. Combine: In a small bowl, combine the sour cream, fresh minced dill, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Mix: Whisk together until smooth and creamy. Use immediately or store in the fridge to let the flavors meld together.
Overhead shot of all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl.
Overhead shot of all of the ingredients mixed together in a bowl.

Tips for the Best Lemon Dill Sauce

Before you get started, here are some helpful tips to ensure your lemon dill sauce turns out perfectly every time. These simple tricks will help you balance the flavors and achieve the ideal creamy texture to take this recipe to the next level!

  • Can I use Greek Yogurt? If you want to save on calories or add more protein to your diet, you can use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
  • Fresh Dill is Best: I really recommend using fresh dill for this recipe. If you can’t find it, the minced kind in a squeeze tube also works but those are better than dried since you want the best dill flavor for this recipe. 
  • Use Freshly Ground Black Pepper: Freshly ground black pepper is going to give you the best pepper flavor for this dip.

Overhead shot of a bowl of lemon dill sauce.

How to Store Leftovers

Lemon dill sauce is great for meal prep! Make it on Sunday to be able to enjoy it with different foods throughout the week.

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. This sauce needs to be kept cold before using. 
  • Don’t Freeze: While freezing might seem like a convenient option, I don’t recommend storing this sauce in the freezer. Instead, just put it in the fridge to preserve flavor and texture.

Angle shot of someone spreading fresh lemon dill sauce over a fillet of plated fish and broccoli, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh dill.

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Dill Sauce for Salmon

This creamy dill sauce is fresh and tangy and perfectly complements salmon, roasted veggies, or even as a dip for crispy potatoes.
Course pantry staple
Cuisine American
Keyword creamy dill sauce, dill sauce, dill sauce for salmon, dill sauce for salmon recipe, dill sauce recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 55kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine 1 cup sour cream, 3 tablespoons fresh minced dill, 1 teaspoon grated garlic, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, the juice of 1 lemon, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
  • Use immediately or store in the fridge to let the flavors meld together.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.05mg
Cajun Crab Dip

Cajun Crab Dip

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Spice up your appetizer game with Cajun Crab Dip! Packed with tender crab meat, bold Cajun seasoning, and a luscious, creamy base. This dip is irresistibly rich and full of flavor. Serve this at your next gathering with your favorite crispy crackers!

Overhead shot of cajun crab dip in a bowl on a serving platter full of crackers.

Reason You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Bold & Flavorful: You will love the combination of cajun spices, creaminess, and flaky crab for the perfect kick.
  • Quick & Easy: Simple ingredients and just 5 minutes of prep make this Cajun crab dip a breeze to whip up.
  • Crowd-Pleaser: Always a hit at parties, game days, and gatherings. Pair it with other fun appetizers like my bacon crackers, kielbasa bites, and stuffed mushrooms.

Ingredients Needed

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How to Make Cajun Crab Dip

This cajun crab dip recipe is one of the easiest dips you can make! With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you can have a creamy, flavorful, perfect appetizer ready in no time. Simply mix everything together and serve! You can even make it ahead of time and let it chill until your event!

  1. Make the Creamy Base: Add the cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth. 
  2. Mix in the Flavorings: Add the green onion, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce and mix until combined. 
  3. Stir in the Crab and Serve: Add the drained crab and mix until combined. Taste and add more Cajun seasoning or hot sauce if you want it spicier and to your preference. Transfer to a serving bowl, then serve with your choice of crackers or crusty bread.
Overhead shot of softened cream cheese, mayo and sour cream in a mixing bowl.
Overhead shot of green onion, lemon juice, seasonings, hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce on top of the cream cheese mixture.
Overhead shot of crab meat added to the cream cheese and seasoning mixture in a mixing bowl.

Cajun Crab Dip Tips and Variations

This delicious seafood dip is super easy to switch up and make it how you like. Here are some ideas to get you started.

  • Use Room Temp Cream Cheese! I highly recommend you use room-temperature cream cheese for the smoothest, creamiest dip. I like to set it on the counter for up to 2 hours before I prepare the dip to allow it to soften.
  • How well do I need to drain the crab? Drain the crab very well! Otherwise, the dip may end up soupy. I used the lid of the can to press down on the crab while it was still in the can until no more liquid would come out. If it’s still dripping liquid when you squeeze it, it’s not drained well enough!
  • Can I Use Imitation Crab Meat? You can substitute canned crab for imitation crab if you would like! Shred it well, chop it into fine pieces, and use it in place of the canned crab.
  • Make it spicy! Add more hot sauce to spice up the cajun crab dip to your liking.

Angle shot of someone dipping a cracker into the cajun crab dip.

How to Store Leftover Crab Dip

Cajun crab dip stores beautifully, making it perfect for enjoying over several days. The flavors meld together even more over time, so this easy appetizer will taste even better the next day!

  • In the Refrigerator: Store in the fridge in an airtight container or covered tightly with plastic wrap for up to 5 days.
  • Make Ahead: You can prepare this cajun crab dip beforehand, as long as it is served and discarded after the 5th day.

More Easy Dip Recipes

If you love how simple and delicious cajun crab dip is, you’ll definitely want to try my other favorite easy dip recipes! These are perfect for parties, game days, or just snacking at home. Here are a few more to try next!

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Cajun Crab Dip

Spice up your appetizer game with Cajun Crab Dip! Packed with tender crab meat, bold Cajun seasoning, and a luscious, creamy base, this dip is irresistibly rich and full of flavor. Serve this at your next gathering with your favorite crispy crackers!
Course Appetizer, dip
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword Cajun Crab Dip, Cajun Crab Dip Recipe, Cold Cajun Crab dip, cold crab dip, creole crab dip
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 261kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add 8 ounces room temperature cream cheese ½ cup mayonnaise, and ½ cup sour cream to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Add 1 thinly sliced green onion, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, ½-1 teaspoon hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce and mix until combined.
  • Add 12 ounces well-drained canned lump crab meat and mix until combined. Taste and add more Cajun seasoning or hot sauce to your preference.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with your choice of crackers.

Nutrition

Calories: 261kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 439mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 743IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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Sour Cream and Onion Dip

Sour Cream and Onion Dip

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This sour cream and onion dip has become a staple at all of our family get togethers. It’s the perfect appetizer, even the kids cant get enough! The rich and creamy dip is packed with incredible onion flavor.

Overhead shot of sour cream and onion dip in a bowl with wavy chips around it.

Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy to Make: You only need 5 minutes to throw this together. Give yourself time for it to chill in the fridge and you’re good to go!
  • Texture and Flavor Balance: You will love the smooth and creamy texture and sweet tangy onion flavor paired with crunchy vegetables, pretzels, chips, crostini and more!
  • Versatile: You can whip up this dip for any family gathering, sunday dinner, the big game, or just to snack on during movie night! Pair it with other fun appetizers like my bacon crackers, mango salsa and churro chex mix.

Fantastic Flavors Everyone Will Love

I am not kidding when I tell you guys that I have to make a double batch of this every time I make it because my family loves it so much! Every time my family gets together, we assign to make sour cream and onion dip and bring the chips. Most of the grandkids obsess over it! We eat it with potato chips, but you can use it for veggie platters, as a spread on sandwiches, or to top baked potatoes!

Ingredients for Sour Cream and Onion Dip

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How to Make Sour Cream and Onion Dip

This onion dip recipe takes 5 minutes to put together! Just be sure to give yourself time to let it sit in the fridge. This allows the flavors to meld together.

  1. Add: In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, dried minced onion, onion powder, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and 3 tablespoons of minced fresh chives.
  2. Stir To Combine: Whisk the dip ingredients together until smooth and combined. Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Top with the remaining tablespoon of minced chives and garnish with additional dried minced onion, if desired. Serve with chips, veggies, or crackers!
Overhead shot of all of the ingredients in a bowl.
Overhead shot of all of the ingredients mixed together in a bowl.

Sour Cream and Onion Dip Tips and Variations

You can adjust this recipe to suit your taste preferences. If you want to make this a more high protein snack, use Greek yogurt instead of the sour cream. Here are more ideas below.

  • Do I have to use mustard? You can leave out the Dijon if you aren’t a fan of mustard. 
  • Can I make this with Greak yogrt instead? Greek yogurt can be used in place of sour cream, I recommend using full-fat Greek yogurt. 
  • Can I use light sour cream? You can use light sour cream but I suggest using full-fat for a better flavor. 
  • How long should I let it set up in the fridge? I recommend letting the dip set for at least an hour to let the flavors mingle and bolden in the dip before serving.

Overhead shot of sour cream and onion dip with a chip sticking out of it.

How to Properly Store Onion Dip

  • Refrigerator: You can store leftover dip in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. 
  • Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this dip. Serve it fresh or kept in the fridge.

Close up shot of someone scooping a bite of sour cream and onion dip with a chip.

More Delicious Dip Recipes

If you’re looking for more creamy flavorful dips, I’ve got you covered. From pita chips to carrots and cucumbers, these are the perfect dips for any occasion.

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Sour Cream and Onion Dip

This sour cream and onion dip is a staple at all of our family get togethers. It's the perfect appetizer, even the kids cant get enough!
Course Appetizer, dip
Cuisine American
Keyword homemade sour cream and onion dip, how to make sour cream and onion dip, sour cream and onion dip, sour cream and onion dip recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigerate 30 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 97kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups sour cream, ½ cup mayonnaise, 4 teaspoons dried minced onion, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, and 3 of the 4 tablespoons minced chives,.
  • Whisk the dip ingredients together until smooth and combined.
  • Cover the dip and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving. Top with the remaining tablespoon of minced chives and garnish with additional dried minced onion, if desired. Serve with chips, veggies, or crackers!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 55mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 140IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 0.1mg
Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

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Strawberry cheesecake dip is an irresistible treat that tastes just like the classic but in a fun dip form! Whip it up in just 5 minutes! It’s so good with graham crackers, fresh fruit, and cookies for a sweet, crowd-pleasing snack!

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Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and Easy: Strawberry cheesecake dip comes together in just minutes with only 5 ingredients, making it perfect for a last-minute dessert. No chill time is needed!
  • No-Bake: Skip the oven! Enjoy all the flavors of cheesecake without the hassle of baking.
  • Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a party or family gathering, everyone will be reaching for this dip.

Creamy and Fruity

With its creamy, tangy base and sweet strawberry flavor, this easy dessert is perfect for Valentine’s Day parties, potlucks, the big game, or a simple treat at home. If you like the flavor combination of strawberry and cheesecake, try my no-bake strawberry cheesecake and strawberry cheesecake salad next!

Ingredients Needed

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How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

Strawberry cheesecake dip is super easy to mix up and can be ready for dipping in just about 5 minutes. I turn to this recipe any time I need a quick sweet treat! And everyone loves cheesecake! Sweet and fun to dip, it’s a dessert kids and adults enjoy.

  1. Beat Cream Cheese: Add the cream cheese to a large mixing bowl and beat it with a hand mixer at high speed until smooth.
  2. Mix in the Other Ingredients: Add the powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla and beat until smooth.
  3. Add Strawberry Jam and Serve: Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a serving bowl and top with the strawberry jam. If desired, swirl the jam into it with a spoon or the back of a butter knife.
Overhead shot of the cream cheese being beaten with a hand mixer.
Overhead shot of the powdered sugar, vanilla and heavy cream being mixed in with the cream cheese.
Overhead shot of someone spreading strawberry jam over the cream cheese mixture.

Mixing Tip

How do I avoid lumps? Whenever you use cream cheese and need it to be smooth, I always recommend scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl frequently. This will make sure it is all incorporated and smooth! You don’t want to leave bits stuck in the bowl and only scrape it down later after the other ingredients have been added. This will result in a lumpy dip.

Strawberry Cheesecake Dip Tips and Tricks

This strawberry cheesecake dessert dip is simple to make and perfectly sweet, creamy, and rich. It’s a great party snack that everyone will love! Follow these tips to make it a guaranteed hit every time!

  • How soft should my cream cheese be? You can let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for up to an hour before preparing the dip. But you don’t want to soften it in the microwave or leave it out too long. If it is too soft, the dip will end up a little runny.
  • Can I use my stand mixer? You may use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment instead of a hand mixer if you prefer.
  • What is the best way to top my dip? Swirl in the jam, leave it spread right on top, or blend the jam completely into the cream cheese mixture. The choice is yours! I prefer the look of the jam swirled in, but there’s really no wrong way to do it.
  • Change up the Jam Type: You can use strawberry preserves, jam, or jelly, depending on your preference! You could use freezer jam or this delicious homemade strawberry sauce!
  • Can I change up the flavor? Feel free to use a different kind of jam or even spicy pepper jelly!
  • Dipping Ideas: Graham crackers, vanilla wafers, waffle cone pieces, animal crackers, fudge stripe cookies, creme wafer cookies, digestives, strawberries, pretzels, apples, Oreos, pita chips, and shortbread cookies are all great options.

Close up shot of strawberry cheesecake dip in a serving dish.

Leftover Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

  • In the Refrigerator: Store leftover strawberry cheesecake dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. I recommend letting it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften slightly before serving.
  • Make Ahead: To prepare this in advance, I recommend preparing the cream cheese mixture up to 2-3 days before serving. Leave the strawberry jam off until you are ready to serve it. Let the cream cheese mixture sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before either stirring well with a silicone spatula or beating briefly with a hand mixer to make sure it’s soft enough to dip. Top with the strawberry jam and serve.

Angle shot of someone dipping a graham cracker into the strawberry cheesecake dip.

More Dessert Dip Recipes

If you’re looking for more sweet dip recipes, you’re in the right spot! I’ve got plenty of easy, no-bake dips that are SO GOOD. Here are some of my family’s all-time favorites!

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Strawberry Cheesecake Dip

Strawberry cheesecake dip is an irresistible treat that tastes just like the classic but in a fun, dip form! Whip it up in just 5 minutes!
Course Appetizer, Dessert, dip
Cuisine American
Keyword cheesecake dip, cheesecake dip recipe, Cream Cheese Strawberry Dip, Dessert dip recipe, Strawberry Cheesecake Dip, Strawberry Cheesecake Dip Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 279kcal
Author Alyssa Rivers

Equipment

  • Hand Mixer

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add 8 ounces cream cheese to a large bowl and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Add ⅓ cup powdered sugar, ½ cup heavy whipping cream, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract and beat with a hand mixer until smooth.
  • Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a serving bowl and top with ⅓ cup strawberry jam. If desired, swirl the jam into it with a spoon or the back of a butter knife.

Nutrition

Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 799IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 0.2mg