Get ready for your newest snack addiction, because this is the easiest and tastiest Blue Cheese Dip you’ll ever make!
If you told me a few years ago that my favorite snack would be veggies paired with blue cheese dip, I would’ve scrunched my nose, just like you might be doing right now. I grew up a picky eater, and it wasn’t until well into adulthood that I started branching out and trying some of the things I previously didn’t like.
You can imagine my surprise when I saw this blue cheese dip recipe and actually thought, “Hmm, that might be worth tasting.” Now that I have, I can confidently tell you that this dip is sure to convert even the biggest blue cheese haters—myself included. If I haven’t convinced you by the end of this post, I’ll even give you an alternative to make this recipe a little less “blue.”
Not only does this dip take less than five minutes to make with just a few easy ingredients, it also goes with everything! From veggie platters, to hot wings, to salad dressing, I could eat this dip every single day. The creamy texture, along with the perfect amount of blue cheese funk, makes this recipe stand out among all the dips on a game-day buffet table.
Is This Blue Cheese Dip Healthy?
Well, it’s not health food, and it does contain a fair amount of fat. If you’re concerned about the “good for you” element of this dish, consume it in moderation with plenty of crisp vegetables on the side. This blue cheese dip can be easily made a little healthier by simply substituting the sour cream with Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt is protein-packed and lower in fat than sour cream, but it has a similar texture, and the tang of the yogurt won’t affect the flavor profile of the dip much.
What Is Blue Cheese?
I feel like this goes without saying, but the star of this dip is the blue cheese. Blue cheese can be a variety of cheeses—from Gorgonzola to Roquefort—and what makes it “blue” is the addition of Penicillium roqueforti, which is an edible mold. Sounds disgusting, yes, but it’s actually delicious. The mold creates the blue veins running throughout the cheese.
Some international blue cheese varieties are protected by regulations and must be made in certain regions to bear the name. For example, all Gorgonzola sold in the European Union must be produced in one of a handful of Italian provinces, and blue cheese produced outside those regions can’t be sold as Gorgonzola. The United States has much more relaxed standards for blue cheese, so the cheese producer can call it whatever they want, no matter which region of the U.S. it’s from.
How To Make Ahead And Store
This dip is so quick and easy to make, but you can definitely whip it up ahead of time if you need to. Just store it in the fridge in an airtight container like a mason jar, and it should last you about 5 days.
Serving Suggestions
This blue cheese dip is versatile and can be paired with so many tasty recipes! I love the rich and cool flavor of the dip with these mouthwatering Hot Wings. If you’re looking for a quick snack, munch on Keto Tortilla Chips along with your blue cheese dip. For parties, you’ll definitely want to serve this with chicken wings, but for a more filling (and still easy) dinner, try the dip on your Oven-Baked Turkey Burgers.
However you choose to enjoy this blue cheese dip, you’ll be feeling anything but blue afterward.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives finely chopped
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, fresh chives, and lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
- Season the dip with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust the flavor balance as needed by adding more blue cheese for richness, lemon juice for tanginess, or chives for a fresh, oniony bite.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate to let the flavors meld together. Serve chilled as a dip for vegetables, chips, or wings, or use it as a dressing for salads.
Nutrition Info:
Nutrition information are estimates only and may vary based on the specific brands, ingredients, and portion sizes you use. This data is provided for informational purposes only.
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