Herb and Garlic Dip combines dried chives, dill, parsley and plenty of garlic for a bright, savory dip. This easy homemade recipe is excellent with fresh vegetables, chips or crackers, and because it uses dried herbs it’s convenient to keep the ingredients on hand year-round.
If you enjoy garlicky flavors in recipes like Garlic Parmesan Pizza Sauce and Blue Cheese Vinaigrette, this classic herb and garlic dip will be right up your alley.
⭐ Three Fast Facts About Herb and Garlic Dip
- Works in any season — simple to make year-round.
2. Using dried herbs means you don’t need fresh herbs or special equipment to make a flavorful dip.
Serving Suggestion: This versatile dip is special enough for holidays and easy enough for weeknights. Serve it with Old Fashioned Salmon Patties, Hot Artichoke Dip, or your favorite appetizer spread.
3. The recipe calls for six dried seasonings plus salt and sour cream — simple and pantry-friendly.
🥗 Ingredients to Have on Hand
Herb and Garlic Dip is an easy alternative to store-bought mixes. Keep these dried ingredients in your spice cabinet for quick preparation:
Dried chives: Add a mild onion flavor and a bit of texture. Dried chives are handy for garnishing quiche, baked potatoes and eggs.
Granulated garlic: Coarser than garlic powder and not the same as garlic salt, granulated garlic gives a robust, clean garlic flavor.
Dried dill (dill weed): Use dill weed (not dill seed); it has a light texture and a slightly sweet, earthy flavor that complements the other herbs.
Scroll to the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and measurements.
📖 Substitutions
You can substitute plain Greek yogurt for sour cream for a tangier dip. A mix of Greek yogurt and sour cream also works well if you prefer a balance of creaminess and tang.
🥣 Here’s How to Make It
Step 1: Measure the dry ingredients into a small bowl or on a plate.
Step 2: Stir the dried herbs and salt together until evenly combined.
Pro Tip: Make a double batch of the dry mix and store half in a sealed container. Next time, you’ll only need to stir the seasonings into sour cream.
Step 3: Spoon 2 cups of sour cream into a bowl and add the herb mixture (you may use up to 3 cups if you prefer a milder flavor).
Step 4: Stir thoroughly until the herbs are fully incorporated.
Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld.
💭 Recipe FAQs
The dip delivers a noticeable garlic bite from the granulated garlic. To reduce garlic intensity, lower the granulated garlic from 1 tablespoon to 1–2 teaspoons, or increase sour cream from 2 cups to 3 cups.
Yes. Fresh herbs are milder, so plan to use roughly double the amount of fresh herbs to match the dried-herb intensity. For fresh garlic, start with 6–8 cloves crushed and adjust to taste.
No. Garlic salt includes added salt and will change the seasoning balance. Use plain granulated garlic for the intended flavor and control over salt levels.
Pro Tip: Blend the dry mix into a decorative jar with the recipe card for an easy hostess gift or a homemade bundle to include in gift baskets.
🥘 How to Serve Garlic and Herb Dip
As a dip: Serve with cut vegetables, pretzels, chips or crackers for an easy appetizer or snack.
On baked potatoes: Spoon a few dollops on a hot baked potato instead of plain sour cream for extra flavor.
With fish: The herb-forward, creamy nature of this dip makes it a good pairing for seafood as an alternative to tartar sauce.
As a spread: Use the dip as a thick spread on toasted bread, sandwiches or wraps in place of mayo or mustard — especially good on turkey, ham or cucumber sandwiches.
Pro Tip: To make a quick salad dressing, whisk ½ cup of the dip with 1–2 tablespoons of milk until smooth and pourable.
🍽 Other Tasty Dips, Sauce and Appetizers
This simple herb and garlic dip pairs well with a variety of appetizers. Consider it alongside pico de gallo, a creamy crab and shrimp dip, spiced roasted nuts, or shrimp cocktail cups for a fuller spread.
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Pico de Gallo with Jalapeño and Lime
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Delicious Crab and Shrimp Dip
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Spiced Walnuts
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Shrimp Cocktail Cups
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Recipe
Herb and Garlic Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoons dried onion flakes
- 1 tablespoon dried chives
- 1 tablespoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon celery seed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups sour cream or use up to 3 cups sour cream
Instructions
Blend Ingredients
- Measure the seven dry ingredients into a small bowl and stir to combine. Optionally reserve about 1/4 teaspoon of the blend to garnish the finished dip.
- Spoon 2 cups sour cream into a medium bowl and add the dry ingredients. (You can use up to 3 cups sour cream to mellow the flavor.)
- Stir well until the herbs and seasonings are evenly distributed.
Refrigerate
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to allow flavors to develop.
Serve
- Remove the dip from the fridge, stir, and place on a serving platter with vegetables, chips or crackers. Sprinkle the reserved herb mix on top if desired.
- Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and use within 5 days for best flavor.
Notes
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Protein: 2 g
Fat: 11 g
Nutrition details are estimates based on a food database and are provided as a guideline rather than an exact calculation.