Jolean's Simple Benedictine Dip
Delight your taste buds with Jolean's Simple Benedictine Dip, a classic Southern-inspired recipe that's both fresh and creamy. This easy-to-make dip combines grated seedless cucumber, tangy sour cream, and smooth cream cheese, all balanced with a touch of grated onion, salt, and black pepper. Perfectly light yet flavorful, it's an ideal appetizer or spread for sandwiches. Optional green food coloring gives it a vibrant, traditional hue that's sure to impress at any gathering. Ready in just 15 minutes and chilled to perfection, this cucumber cream cheese dip is great for pairing with crackers, fresh vegetables, or as an elegant addition to your next party platter. Simple, refreshing, and timeless!
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Ingredients
- 1 medium Seedless cucumber
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Sour cream
- 1 tbsp Grated onion
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 drop Green food coloring (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Peel the cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds.
Step 2
Grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much water as possible.
Step 3
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese (softened to room temperature) and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Add the grated cucumber, grated onion, salt, and ground black pepper to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Step 5
If desired, add a drop of green food coloring for a more traditional presentation and mix thoroughly.
Step 6
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Step 7
Serve with crackers, fresh vegetables, or use as a spread for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (566.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 896.2 |
| Total Fat 83.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 49.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 241.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1915.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 26.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.7g | |
| Protein 16.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 305.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 765.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories