Pin this A tangy, creamy dip featuring sweet and sour pickle relish, perfect for chips, sandwiches, or as a burger topping.
I first made this dip for a summer family gathering and it was gone in minutes. Everyone loved the unexpected sweet and sour twist that made it stand out next to the usual appetizers.
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:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and cream cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Add veggies:
- Fold in the sweet and sour pickle relish, red onion, and fresh dill.
- Season:
- Add the apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Adjust taste:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill:
- 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.
Pin this This dip is always a hit at our game nights—even those who don&t like pickles end up asking for the recipe after just one taste.
Required Tools
Medium mixing bowl, spoon or spatula, measuring cups and spoons, knife and cutting board
Nutritional Information
120 calories per serving, 9 g total fat, 7 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein
Serving Suggestions
Pair this dip with chips, crackers, or use it as a zingy topping for sandwiches and burgers.
Pin this Bring this dip to your next get-together—it keeps well in the fridge and tastes even better the next day.
Recipe FAQs
- → What ingredients create the tangy flavor in this dip?
The tangy notes come from sweet and sour pickle relish combined with apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard.
- → Can I make a dairy-free version of this dip?
Yes, substitute sour cream and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives to keep it dairy-free.
- → How long should the dip be chilled before serving?
Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and deepen.
- → What dishes pair well with this dip?
This creamy dip is excellent with chips, crackers, sandwiches, or as a topping for burgers.
- → Are there optional ingredients to enhance flavor?
Adding fresh dill, smoked paprika, capers, or jalapeños can introduce new flavor dimensions.