Description
Refreshing Mediterranean cucumber dip brings cool Mediterranean flavors to your table. Simple ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a creamy, tangy companion perfect for pita, vegetables, or as a zesty spread you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (226 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
- 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded, and grated
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cucumber Preparation: Grate cucumber thoroughly, then extract excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel, ensuring a crisp and concentrated dip texture.
- Creamy Blending: Whip softened cream cheese until silky smooth, incorporating sour cream, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Gently fold in grated cucumber and freshly chopped dill, seasoning with salt and black pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Flavor Infusion: Seal the mixture in a container and refrigerate for minimum 60 minutes, allowing ingredients to harmonize and develop a rich, cohesive taste.
- Presentation: Transfer chilled dip to a decorative serving vessel, optionally garnishing with delicate dill sprigs. Accompany with an elegant array of crisp vegetables, artisan crackers, or warm pita bread for a delightful appetizer experience.
Notes
- Squeeze out excess cucumber liquid thoroughly to maintain a thick, creamy dip consistency and prevent wateriness.
- Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature for smooth, lump-free blending and easier mixing.
- Refrigerate the dip for minimum one hour to enhance herb and garlic flavors, creating a more balanced taste profile.
- Substitute full-fat dairy with low-fat or Greek yogurt for a lighter version, or use dairy-free alternatives for vegan guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg