Elevate your snacking game with this Caramelized Onion Dip with Vegetables. This dip is rich in flavor, featuring sweet, slow-cooked onions paired with creamy Greek yogurt and sour cream. It's the perfect healthy and delicious option to serve with fresh carrots, celery, and radishes for any gathering or a light snack.
Caramelized Onion Dip with Vegatables
Course: Appetizers, SnacksCuisine: American12
servings10
minutes40
minutes120
kcalIngredients
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds onions (about 4 large), diced (8 cups)
Coarse salt, to taste
3 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups nonfat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more for sprinkling
24 small carrots
24 celery stalks, cut up
24 radishes, cut up
Directions
- Caramelize the Onions:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and a pinch of coarse salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 30-40 minutes until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. If the onions begin to stick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time to loosen them.
- Remove the onions from heat and allow them to cool.
- Prepare the Dip:
- In a large bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and cooled caramelized onions. Stir until well combined. Season with additional salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, drizzle with the remaining teaspoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with a pinch of cayenne pepper. Serve with fresh vegetables such as small carrots, celery stalks, and radishes for dipping.
Notes
- Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Fat: 6 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Protein: 4 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fiber: 3 g
Sugar: 7 g
This Caramelized Onion Dip with Vegetables is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. Paired with fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and radishes, this dip is a healthy yet indulgent option that will have everyone coming back for more. Make it for your next gathering or enjoy it as a snack!
