Kelly JensenThis dairy free vegan sour cream and onion dip is a fun and flavorful party favorite – ready for chips, vegetables, or crackers! This classic party dip gets an healthy upgrade with creamy, plant-based ingredients and fresh onions for a tasty and irresistible appetizer.
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Chips and dip are such a classic combination – we had them at every party, sleepover, barbecue, and super bowl I can remember! I wanted to make a vegan version that was high protein and dairy free. This 5 minute blender sour cream dip couldn’t be easier to make – add all the blender ingredients, mix, and fold in the green onions at the end for a fresh and fun party classic. This dip is great for classic potato chips, added to a baked potato, or just as a dip for veggie sticks. This is one dip that will go FAST at your next gathering, take my word for it.
This Vegan Sour Cream and Onion Dip Recipe Is:
- Bright
- Fresh
- Loaded with flavor
- A great last-minute vegan party dip idea
- Made mostly with pantry staple spices and ingredients
- Vegan, gluten free, high protein, and SO good!
Last Minute Vegan Side Dishes for Entertaining
This dairy free sour cream and onion dip is what I call an Easy Entertaining Recipe – which is on your table in about 30 minutes. These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those last-minute potluck invites, or when you just want a healthy homecooked meal but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family. From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a healthy meal can be on your table in no time. Just as fast as grabbing a quick prepared side dish from the store (and way more impressive too)! If you’re heading to a party, potluck, or BBQ, check out my list of top host gifts for entertaining for that next-level gift your host will love!
What’s In This Dairy Free Sour Cream and Onion Dip?
- Silken Tofu – I have been LOVING these shelf-stable tofu packs from Amazon. I literally have 3 cases of them in my pantry as we speak. They are an inexpensive and healthy way to get some plant protein in. The texture of this extra firm silken tofu is perfect for this dip, no pressing required!
- Nutritional Yeast: not to be confused with bread baking yeast, nutritional yeast has a cheesy nutty umami flavor which is great in all kinds of dishes – I even sprinkle it on fresh popped pop corn and WOW! Also great in soups and sauces of all kinds.
- Olive Oil: I like to use this fruity Zoe olive oil which has a fantastic flavor and deep color- it’s really inexpensive online here, so I keep a few liters stocked up in my pantry. For the quality of oil you get, it’s an excellent value, I would highly recommend!
- Lemon Juice: Use fresh lemons if you have it, or this really great bottled lemon that you can keep in your pantry if you don’t have fresh lemons. This lemon is great for dressings, dips, and even cocktails.
- Red Wine Vinegar: I used red wine vinegar to give this dip a really nice bright flavor – for that, this red wine vinegar is my go-to!
- Garlic Powder: Also a major pantry staple ingredient that get used in our house daily! I love this garlic powder and add it to a lot of recipes that I would use fresh garlic in too.
- Pink Himalayan Sea Salt: I like to use a pink Himalayan Sea Salt in my kitchen, which has more natural minerals than plain processed table salt.  It’s fairly inexpensive, so I’d recommend this salt if you’re looking for an easy way to level up your spice pantry.
- Yellow Onions – I blend a bit of yellow onion into the dip to give it a light subtle onion flavor
- Green Onions – to fold into the dip, and also for extra garnish on top!
A No-Cook Dip Recipe That’s Perfect for Summer
This no-cook onion and sour cream dip is a quick and simple recipe. I love a good no-cook recipe for those days when I’m not feeling like standing around the stove, or for summer nights when I want a snack but it’s too hot to cook. I have a whole collection of recipes that require zero cooking at all, check them out here! This dip comes together in about 5 minutes in your blender, and doesn’t require the stove or microwave to make. Just use a few pantry staple ingredients and you have a healthy meal ready in no time. And very little to clean up afterwards… an added bonus!
How Do I Make Sour Cream and Onion Dip Vegan?
- Add all ingredients except the green onions to a blender or food processor, and mix on low speed until the tofu becomes creamy and thick. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt if needed.
- Transfer the dip to a bowl. Fold in half of the green onions into the dip, and sprinkle the other half on top.
- Dip chips, veggies, or crackers… and enjoy!
The Best Vegan Blender Dip
I’ve owned a lot of blenders, but my Vitamix is definitely the best one I’ve owned. This high-speed blender will blend even the toughest of ingredients into pulp. I prefer using my blender to my food processor for sauces or homemade vegan onion dip, as it’s much easier to clean the Vitamix. This is definitely one kitchen appliance we use on a daily basis!
Other Plant Based Party Appetizers You’ll Love!
Lemon and Herb Pasta Salad Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free)
Sourdough Garlic Bread in the Oven Recipe (Vegan, Dairy Free)
Get the Same Ingredients I Use For My Plant Based Sour Cream and Onion Dip Recipe!
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Vegan Sour Cream and Onion Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 12 ounce package silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Himalayan sea salt
- 1/4 cup sweet onion
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the green onions to a blender or food processor, and mix on low speed until the tofu becomes creamy and thick. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt if needed.
- Transfer the dip to a bowl. Fold in half of the green onions into the dip, and sprinkle the other half on top.
- Dip chips, veggies, or crackers... and enjoy!
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