This easy vegetable dip recipe is super easy to make in just a few minutes with simple ingredients you already have on hand. It is the perfect creamy, zesty dip to spice up crisp veggies, perfect for snacks, lunches, and parties!
If you are looking for a fast, foolproof dip to jazz up a plate of fresh vegetables, this easy vegetable dip recipe is the perfect choice! It is easy to make in minutes with basic ingredients most of us already have on hand, and the result is surprisingly delicious for such a small amount of effort. Whether you are packing lunches, prepping snacks for the week, or heading out the door to a potluck, you will be glad to have this super simple recipe!
This vegetable dip strikes just the right balance of creamy and zesty. Creamy mayonnaise and sour cream provide that classic smooth base, while horseradish, curry powder, and dry mustard introduce just enough zip to make the veggies disappear from the platter. A squeeze of lemon brightens everything up and keeps the dip tasting crisp and fresh. It is the kind of flavor combination that appeals to both adults and kids, which makes it a great choice for parties, holidays, church gatherings, and casual get-togethers.
This easy vegetable tip recipe is also highly adaptable. If you prefer a lighter version, replace some or all of the sour cream with plain yogurt or cottage cheese. Want a stronger punch? Add a pinch more curry or mustard. Serving picky eaters who shy away from bold spices? Reduce the horseradish slightly and build up to the full amount as your crew grows more adventurous. There is no wrong way to make it your own.
Serve it with classics like carrots, celery, cucumbers, broccoli, and bell peppers, or get creative with cherry tomatoes, sugar snap peas, or even cold leftover roasted vegetables. Once mixed, the dip tastes best chilled, giving the flavors time to meld. Make it once, and you’ll never buy store-bought dip again!
This easy vegetable dip recipe is from our Dining On A Dime Cookbook, Volume 1:
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Easy Vegetable Dip Recipe
Bright, creamy, and ready in minutes, this easy vegetable dip recipe is the perfect complement to raw fresh vegetables. Make a batch for snacks at home or take it to your next gathering for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
- Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp. sour cream
1 tsp. prepared horseradish (or more to taste)
1 tsp. dry mustard
1 tsp. curry powder
Dash of lemon juice
Optional Add-Ins
1–2 Tbsp plain yogurt or cottage cheese (for a lighter dip)
Pinch salt and black pepper
Minced fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl until smooth and fully combined.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve with sliced raw vegetables such as carrots, celery, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, or cherry tomatoes.
Notes
- Refrigerate in an airtight container.
- You can add yogurt or cottage cheese in place of, or with the sour cream.
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