Caramelized Onion Dip
This easy caramelized onion dip is made with onion, shallot, garlic, yogurt, and fresh chives. Try it for a healthy twist on the classic chip dip!
Servings: 16 people
Calories: 25kcal
Equipment
- food processor or blender
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 shallot, diced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme, still on stem
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste (if desired)
- 2 cloves garlic, diced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (whole milk)
- ¼ cup finely chopped fresh chives
Instructions
- Heat oil over low heat. Add the onions, shallot, thyme, and salt.
- Cook on low heat until the onions begin to brown, stirring occasionally. (About 30 minutes.)
- Add the garlic and cook 2-3 more minutes. Remove the thyme. Squeeze the lemon juice into the pot, and use a wooden spoon to scrape all the brown bits off the bottom of the pan.Allow the onions to cool to room temperature.
- Optional (for a Creamy Dip): Add the onion mixture and yogurt to a food processor or blender and blend until creamy.
- Stir in the chives.Refrigerate the dip at least 30 minutes before serving, or up to 3 days. Taste before serving and add more salt to taste if desired. Serve with vegetables, chips, or other side of choice.
Nutrition
Calories: 25kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg
