Description
Delight your holiday gatherings with this vibrant and creamy Festive Grinch Dip! Bursting with zesty flavors and a splash of festive green, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for entertaining friends and family. Featuring a blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and fresh basil pesto, it’s an irresistible treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Serve it with crispy tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks for the ultimate festive appetizer!
Ingredients
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- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and sour cream. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy (about 1-2 minutes).
- Gently fold in the basil pesto until well blended.
- Stir in the diced green bell pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes; mix until evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced olives.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg