Caramelized Onion Dip

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Caramelized Onion Dip

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Caramelized Onion Dip

I know everyone loves fall, and I appreciate a good slice of pumpkin bread while the leaves tumble as much as the next girl, but summer is my jam. I've always been and will always be a summer girl.

I love the sunshine. I love the smell of fresh cut grass. I love lounging by the pool. I love flowy skirts, tank tops, and sunglasses. I love cold beer after working in the garden. I love picking tomatoes and wild black raspberries. I love dangling my feet off the dock and dipping my toes in the water. Heck, I even love the heat and humidity (just as long as I have some A/C to escape into when I'm done with it). But I think what I love the most about the summer is probably not a surprise at all-the food!

Caramelized Onion Dip

It's not just the food part of summer eating that is awesome, it's the social aspect of it that is so wonderful. It seems that there is a cookout every weekend, and if there isn't, there is a picnic at the park, or a potluck to go to. Summer is all about social eating (and, let's be honest, social drinking), and love it! Everything is more delicious when eaten al fresco and with friends.

Caramelized Onion Dip

For all these cookouts and parties and picnics and potlucks, I have an arsenal of crowd-pleasing dishes that I work through all summer long. My Cowboy Caviar pretty much always makes an appearance or two, as does my Mango Guacamole (because a summer party isn't a party with guac). And now I have a new addition to my summer pitch-in repertoire-Caramelized Onion Dip! It's delicious, beautiful, and healthier for you than the regular chip and dip combo.

The caramelized onions in this dip really add something special over your run-of-the-mill onion dip that you'd find in the grocery store. The flavor is complex, smoky, and just a touch sweet-it's really incredible! This caramelized onion dip would make a great burger condiment, too. Or you could just eat it with a spoon, because, yum. Enjoy!

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Caramelized Onion Dip

Caramelized Onion Dip is your favorite chip dip taken to the next level with sweet, nutty caramelized onions. Serve it at your next cookout!
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Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 78kcal
Author: Cassie Johnston

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 medium onions diced
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a heavy-bottom pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add in the onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are tender and mostly brown—about 20 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Using an electric mixer, blend the cream cheese until creamy and smooth. Add in the yogurt, mayo and Worcestershire, and blend until smooth. Add in the onions, chives, salt and pepper. Transfer to an airtight container, and refrigerate for at least two hours before serving (preferably overnight for best flavor).

Notes

To keep this recipe gluten-free, be sure to use a gluten-free Worcestershire sauce!

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 78kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 159IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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Cassie Johnston

Cassie is a holistic nutritionist, cookbook author, and all-around food lover. She grew up cooking dinner with her parents every evening, and her passion for home cooking has been strong ever since. Cassie is the author of two published cookbooks (Cooking with Greek Yogurt and Chia, Quinoa, Kale, Oh My!) and dozens of recipes published in major magazines and newspapers. Cassie has been sharing her award-winning recipes on Wholefully since 2010. She loves dark chocolate, homegrown tomatoes, motorsports, and anything that sparkles. She lives in Indiana with her family on a small homestead.

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  6. I have already done so much and been so busy this summer I am actually looking most forward to just resting and spending some time with my daughter before she starts her Junior year!

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  11. I am looking forward to lots of outdoor fun with my kids, we have some great day trips planned! I am also making sure I am present in the moment and creating fun memories with them.

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  13. I would love to try the Cinnamon Apple Chips!

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