It’s that time of year again. I know, I know it’s so important…more than you think. You see, it’s almost the holidays and we are smack dab in the middle of football season, sooooo…it’s time to get your “dip repertoire” down pat. You don’t want to be dipless at the many upcoming gatherings from now until February.
I think every party, fancy or casual, needs dip. It’s just not a get together without dip. And it’s definitely not fun watching the game or going to a tailgate party without some seriously, yummy dip.
Here’s one of my new faves, Sun-Dried Tomato Dip. It’s hearty, it’s tangy and I love it. I almost ate the whole thing…thank goodness I did my five miles or I’d have to go back on that diet!
Don’t leave out the fresh tarragon in this one, it gives it that little something-something in every bite.
This is on my dip list for the season and you can guarantee I will be trying many, many, more. Stay tuned.
Blend cream cheese, yogurt, sour cream, tomatoes, shallots, lemon juice, zest and salt in a food processor until smooth.
Fold in parsley and tarragon, then chill for at least 1 hour.
Serve with bread or I think bagel chips would also be a good choice.
Sun-Dried Tomato Dip
8 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
6 oz. plain, low-fat or nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup sour cream
3/4 cup oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup shallots, coarsely chopped
1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 Tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
Bread or bagel chips
Blend cream cheese, yogurt, sour cream, tomatoes, shallots, lemon juice, zest and salt in a food processor until smooth.
Fold in parsley and tarragon, then chill for at least 1 hour.
KathyB. says
Yes, one would not want to be dip-less this time of the year.Better be careful who we bring to the party with us, and also make sure to bring this dip. This does look like a great dip, I love all the ingredients in it and it looks like it is pretty quick and easy to whip up.
deeba says
Oh yum yum yum yum yum…I’m totally with you on this dip. Right up my street! Very cool Cathy!!
Laura says
Okay….the sun dried tomato dip has my name on it.
Yum. I am a little skittish about shallots…but I’ll be a brave soldier and try to use them again. Last time I used them, they seemed a bit metallic.
Marcy says
wow, that sounds yummy for sure! A great addition to a party!
Jennifer says
So good…I’m going to make this the next time we have people over for a game!
Julia says
I agree — a few good dips is an important thing! Better yet, to have a recipe you can make with pantry items for last minute entertaining. This looks delicious!
dawn says
I love a good dip. Sun dried tomatoes have the best condensed flavor for dips. Perfect Cath!
BigSis says
This looks scrumptious! It reminds me of a sun-dried tomato dip that LilSis makes, and has posted on.
Becky says
Love the idea with sundried tomatoes….have many bell peppers from the garden and think grilled and into the same cream cheese mix will make a nice variation…thanks !! Love your posts…
Lisa Sipple says
This is being Sunday for football…just awesome.
Biz says
Dips are one of my favorite things about football season! Thanks for sharing this one Cathy! 😀
Barbie with a T says
Boy! This dip is just perfect for munching during the football game. A good mix of flavors. I am growing my own herbs and I tell you, it makes all the difference in the world to have them fresh and on hand for times when you want to spice up a dip or dish. Thanks for this recipe. It is a keeper.
Miss Meat and Potatoes says
What a wonderful dip. There is nothing like sundried tomatoes! I made a dip similar to this years ago but without the tarragon. Will have to try this. Thanks!
Marlene says
I need a dip to bring to a race party this weekend and I think this would be just perfect. I love tarragon…and sun dried tomatoes together…the balance is perfection. I could make that roast and serve it with this…yummy.
Fallon says
That sounds wonderful. I really like the dips you come up with because they always taste so good!
Paula says
Arghh!!! You’re killing me here with this recipe! *sob* I just made oven cured tomatoes yesterday and ATE them. They would have worked magnificently with your awesome recipe. I love recipes like this, and just know I would love this one. Now I can only dream about how wonderful the eaten tomatoes would have been in this recipe. I guess I could drown my sorrows in a slice of your pie from yesterday. Sniffle.
Barbara says
I know everyone groans when you say “dip” but I have to tell you, the ones I see are fabulous. That old onion soup mess is long gone. I have one I love with salmon and dill. I could eat the entire bowl. Now I have a new one to try! Can’t wait.
Pam says
I just read a post about making cured tomatoes – they would be perfect in this dip. It looks fantastic.
laura says
this looks fantastic!! i can’t wait to try it.
Lea Ann says
I purchased some sundried tomatoes because they were on sale. I was wondering what I was going to do with them. This looks wonderful. Thanks for the post.
Bob says
That looks wicked good. I wish I could convince my sister in laws family that there could be a dip other than sour cream and onion soup mix.
grace says
really, i think you could slather sun-dried tomatoes on a piece of paper and i’d scarf it down. i love those little suckers, and i love this dip!
lisaiscooking says
This sounds like a great dip for all kinds of occasions. Sounds perfect for bagel chips.
Hannah says
Yum! This sounds perfect.
Marjie says
“Dip repertoire”, eh?
dawn says
Making it tonight for bunco!
Egghead says
Looks good. Now to find that darned bread.
Liz C. says
Oh. My. Gawd. That looks perfectly sinful, so I can’t wait to try it. It will be perfect for our Christmas party.
Now, I’m kinda looking forward to your Halloween goodies, since that IS your favorite time of year…
😉
Lydia says
Love the use of the yogurt to lighten this a bit (and give it some added tang, too). Wonder if there’s any tarragon left in my herb garden?
pam says
This looks like a wonderful change from my usual bean dip!
imom says
I really need to walk 5 miles a day!
Kim Living Life says
Oh yum that sounds so delish and yep I would certainly need to do the 5 mile walk actually it sounds worse here cause it’s 8 klms ouch. Our footy seaon has just finished so what will I do while I eat that dip???
Jennifer Fun House says
I must try this dip!!
RobinSue says
You are churning out some yummy recipes. This looks wonderful!
Spinach Tiger says
I like the idea of the yogurt and cream cheese togethe. It looks yummy.
LilSis says
I have a very similar Sun Dried Tomato Spread recipe that is always the hit of the party!