Description
Creamy and flavorful, this Fried Pickle Ranch Dip is a delicious twist on a classic dip recipe. Packed with tangy dill pickles and zesty ranch seasoning, it’s perfect for parties or game day gatherings.
Ingredients
Panko Breadcrumbs:
1/2 cup
Whipped Cream Cheese:
12 ounces
Sour Cream:
1 cup
Dill Pickle, finely chopped:
1 cup, plus more for garnish
Ranch Seasoning:
3 tablespoons
Garlic, grated:
3 cloves (fairly large)
Fresh Dill, chopped:
1 tablespoon, plus some for garnish
Fresh Chives, finely snipped:
1 tablespoon, plus some for garnish
Onion Powder:
1/2 teaspoon
Kosher Salt:
to taste
Black Pepper, freshly ground:
1/4 teaspoon
Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed:
2 tablespoons (1/2 a lemon)
Instructions
- Add Panko: Add panko to a dry skillet and heat on medium-low until golden brown. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. Reserve 1 tablespoon for garnish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, pickles, ranch seasoning, garlic, dill, chives, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
- Add Panko and Chill: Mix in the toasted panko (reserving some for garnish) and incorporate. Cover and chill for 2 hours or overnight to develop flavors.
- Serve: Sprinkle reserved dill pickle, toasted panko, and fresh herbs on top. Serve with chips, pretzel thins, veggies, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.
Notes
- This dip tastes even better when chilled for a few hours to let the flavors meld together.
- You can adjust the seasoning to suit your taste preferences.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
