Caramelized Onion Dip with Greek Yogurt

If you’re looking for a dip that will wow your guests at your next gathering or elevate a quiet night at home, this Caramelized Onion Dip with Greek Yogurt is the perfect combination of rich, savory flavor and creamy texture. Made with sweet caramelized onions and tangy Greek yogurt, this dip is nothing short of a game-changer.

A Lovely Note from Teri About Why You’ll Love This Dip

Caramelized onions are one of my favorite magic elixirs. They are a soul food that is incredibly versatile. They are full of flavor and pair so beautifully with the greek yogurt, creating an addictive dip that will have everyone coming back for more. The best part is that it’s simple enough to make that you won’t spend all day in the kitchen, but impressive enough to be the star of your spread.

Whether you’re making it for game day, bringing it to a party, or just want to enjoy it at home, this homemade caramelized onion dip is always a favorite.

Serving Suggestions

To serve this dip, set out a big platter with sliced vegetables like carrots, celery, cucumber, or peppers, pita chips, potato chips, and a variety of crackers for dipping. It goes well with so many different things, so you can make a huge spread.

This dip would also be a great addition to loaded potato skins or with some roasted sweet potatoes. There are so many amazing ways to utilize this dip. Use leftover caramelized onion dip as a spread for sandwiches or wraps. It pairs wonderfully with turkey, roasted chicken, or beef.

Ingredients

• Large yellow onions
• Olive oil
• Unsalted butter
• Cayenne pepper
• Chives
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper
• Greek Yogurt
• Apple cider vinegar

Variations

In place of the Greek yogurt, you could use cream cheese, sour cream or mayonnaise. If you use mayo, it will not be quite as tangy.

For a dairy-free version, you can try this recipe with a dairy free yogurt instead. If you want a vegan version, use a vegan sour cream or vegan mayo and substitute the butter with oil or vegan butter. Keep in mind that the flavor profile will shift slightly, but it will still be amazing.

For a little more kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce or some finely chopped pickled jalapeños. If you’re feeling extra, stir in some crispy bacon bits or roasted garlic. To add some more depth to your flavor, add a dash of balsamic vinegar or worcestershire sauce. You could also add garlic powder to taste.

If you would like a warm dip with a bit of cheese on top, it would be delicious to bake it briefly in a baking dish in the oven with some gruyere cheese on top.

How to Make Caramelized Onion Dip

Caramelize the Onions

Peel and cut onions in half. Then slice as thinly as possible (about 1/8 inch).

In a large skillet, over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil.  Add onions, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper.  Cook until deep golden brown in color, stirring regularly, about 17-20 minutes. If the onions start to cook too quickly or start to burn, turn it down to medium-low heat. The trick is to go low and slow.

Mix the Dip Together

Transfer the cooked onion mixture to cutting board and roughly chop into smaller pieces.

In a medium bowl, stir together yogurt, tablespoon of apple cider vinegar, 1/4 tsp salt, cayenne and chives.  Add the onions and stir until well combined.

Serve with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, chips, gluten free crackers or your favorite thing to dip with. Add some extra chives on top for garnishing.

Storage

Store leftover dip in the fridge for up to 4 days. Enjoy cold with any of your favorite crackers or vegetables!

Try These Other Caramelized Onion Recipes

• Teri’s Easy Onion Jam Recipe
• Grilled Cheese with Caramelized Onions
• Caramelized Onion Stuffed Burger

If you make this caramelized onion dip recipe, be sure to rate and review the recipe to let me know what you think. And if you want to follow along, head to Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest for more inspiration!

This post was originally created for Icelandic Provisions Skyr.

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