This Classic Herb & Onion Dip is a creamy, flavorful concoction that has stood the test of time at potlucks, game days, and family gatherings. With a smooth blend of sour cream and mayonnaise, it's given depth by parsley, minced onions, dill weed, and the savory seasoning blend known as Beau Monde. Originally popularized in mid-20th century America, dips like this became staples thanks to their ease and crowd-pleasing flavor. This recipe remains a beloved favorite for its simple ingredients and nostalgic charm.
Ingredients
- 1 pint sour cream
- 1 pint mayonnaise
- 3 tbsp parsley (chopped )
- 3 tbsp onions (minced)
- 1 tbsp dill weed
- 1 tbsp Beau Monde seasoning
Instructions
Step 1: Combine Bases
- In a large bowl, mix together the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
Step 2: Add Flavor
- Stir in the parsley, minced onions, dill weed, and Beau Monde seasoning. Mix well to combine.
Step 3: Chill and Serve
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours before serving to let the flavors meld. Serve with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Tips
- Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of lemon juice for brightness.
- Mix in chopped fresh dill for stronger herbal flavor.
- Substitute Greek yogurt for half of the sour cream for a lighter version.
- Add 1 teaspoon garlic powder for a bolder taste.
- Stir in finely diced cucumber for crunch.
- Replace Beau Monde with celery salt + onion powder if unavailable.
- Chill for at least 1 hour to let flavors develop.
- Serve with rye bread cubes, vegetables, or chips.
- Add smoked paprika for a unique twist.
Transcription of the Original Recipe
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1 pt. sour cream 1 pt. mayo 3 T. parsley dip | 3 T. minced onions 1 T. dill weed 1 T. beau monde
From Transcription to Instructions
Hi there, from us at Salvaged Recipes. The original transcription just lists the ingredients with a tiny "dip" note, so we turned that into our instructions that walk you through the order: first combine the sour cream and mayo until smooth, then stir in the parsley, minced onion, dill weed and Beau Monde, and finally cover and chill 1–2 hours so the flavors meld. Quantities match the original transcription, and the clearer steps make it easy to see when to mix and when to chill.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 380mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 260IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.6mg
