Uncle Bill’s Garden Dip
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 15 minutes
🥗 Recipe Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Description:
A delightful creamy dressing originating from Uncle Bill’s kitchen, perfect for enhancing the flavors of a mixed lettuce and vegetable salad. This versatile dip also pairs excellently with fresh vegetables for a wholesome snack. Crafted over 12 years ago, this recipe has stood the test of time, offering a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp dried dill weed
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp seasoning salt
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and finely diced
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, yogurt, and sour cream until smooth and creamy.
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Add Freshness: Incorporate the diced red and yellow bell peppers into the mixture, ensuring even distribution of colors and flavors.
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Blend Flavors: Introduce all remaining ingredients – dried dill weed, fresh parsley, fresh dill, celery, green onions, fresh tarragon, garlic powder, lemon juice, and seasoning salt. Mix thoroughly to ensure all components are evenly distributed, creating a harmonious flavor profile.
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Chill: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator to chill. Allowing the dip to rest enhances the melding of flavors, resulting in a more cohesive taste experience.
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Serve with Pleasure: Once chilled, serve the dip alongside a platter of fresh vegetables for a wholesome snack or as a delicious accompaniment to wedge baked potatoes.
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Versatile Serving: Uncle Bill’s Garden Dip isn’t just limited to dipping; it also shines as a dressing for mixed lettuce salads. Simply drizzle approximately 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar over your salad, then add a generous dollop of the dip and toss gently to coat.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 152.5
- Fat Content: 9.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 25.2mg
- Sodium Content: 69.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 14.2g
- Fiber Content: 2.7g
- Sugar Content: 6.1g
- Protein Content: 4.7g
Uncle Bill’s Garden Dip offers a delightful balance of creamy textures and fresh herbaceous flavors, making it a perfect addition to any gathering or as a refreshing snack option. Enjoy the simplicity and versatility of this beloved recipe, crafted with love and culinary expertise.
