Green Goddess Creamy Herb Spread (Print)

Creamy blend of fresh herbs, tangy yogurt, and zesty lemon creating a vibrant green spread.

# Ingredients:

→ Dairy & Base

01 - ½ cup mayonnaise
02 - ½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
03 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

→ Fresh Herbs

04 - ½ cup fresh parsley leaves
05 - ¼ cup chopped fresh chives
06 - ¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill (optional)

→ Aromatics & Flavor

09 - 2 scallions, chopped
10 - 1 small garlic clove
11 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
12 - 2 teaspoons drained capers
13 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Instructions:

01 - Combine mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and sour cream in a food processor or blender.
02 - Add parsley, chives, tarragon, basil, optional dill, scallions, garlic, capers, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the base mixture.
03 - Blend all ingredients until smooth and uniformly green, scraping down the sides as necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
04 - Transfer the dip to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Present chilled with fresh vegetables, chips, or as a spread on sandwiches.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes, which means you can go from bare pantry to impressive appetizer faster than anyone expects.
  • The flavor deepens as it sits, so you can make it ahead and let it get better while you handle everything else.
  • It tastes restaurant-quality but costs a fraction of what you'd pay, and honestly, it tastes even better because you made it.
02 -
  • Don't chop your herbs by hand and then process them—just roughly tear them and let the food processor do the work, or you'll end up with uneven texture and some pieces that are nearly powder while others stay chunky.
  • The dip will be slightly looser right after blending than it will be after chilling, so don't panic if it seems a touch runny at first.
  • Taste before you chill because cold mutes flavors slightly, and you want to make sure your seasoning is bold enough to shine through.
03 -
  • If you don't have a food processor, a blender works just as well, though you might need to work in batches if your blender is on the smaller side.
  • Whole milk Greek yogurt creates a creamier, richer dip than the nonfat version, and it's worth the small difference in price.
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