Description
A refreshing and creamy shrimp and dill dip served in crisp vegetable cups, perfect for a light appetizer or snack that blends tangy lemon, fresh dill, and savory shrimp in a smooth cream cheese base.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked shrimp, chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Vegetable cups (carrots, celery, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions
- Prepare Cream Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the chopped cooked shrimp, fresh dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld and enhances the taste experience.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy shrimp and dill dip into prepared vegetable cups like carrot sticks, celery, or bell pepper cups. Serve chilled for a fresh, flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- Ensure the shrimp is fully cooked and chopped uniformly for the best texture.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste after mixing all ingredients.
- Use fresh dill for a brighter, herbaceous flavor; dried dill can be substituted but reduce quantity by half.
- Vegetable cups can be prepped by hollowing out bell peppers or using sturdy vegetable sticks for easy dipping.
- Can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator covered to allow flavors to deepen.
