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Creamy Giardiniera Dip

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes + 1 hour chilling
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Creamy Giardiniera Dip combines tangy pickled vegetables with a velvety cream base, creating a zesty, crowd-pleasing snack perfect for parties, game days, or everyday cravings.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup giardiniera, drained and finely chopped
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Bring the cream cheese to room temperature for easier mixing.
  2. In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.
  3. Fold in the chopped giardiniera, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Transfer the dip into a serving bowl.
  5. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
  6. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
  7. Serve with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables and enjoy.

Notes

  • Drain giardiniera thoroughly to avoid a watery dip.
  • For extra heat, use hot giardiniera or add chili flakes.
  • Chill overnight for deeper, richer flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/10 of recipe
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

Keywords: giardiniera dip, creamy dip, appetizer, party dip, Italian snack, vegetarian dip