Easy Vegetarian Avocado Dip is a simple, 4-ingredient recipe for a healthy, gluten-free creamy appetizer dip for anything from potato chips to veggie sticks.
Vegetarian avocado dip is a quick recipe that pairs perfectly with chips, raw veggies, or anything else worthy of dipping!
Simply blend ripe avocados, sour cream, and a couple of seasonings, and you are all set for a crowd-pleasing dip for parties, events, or for an effortless treat at home.
With its smooth texture and savory flavor, this easy avocado dip recipe is sure to become a repeat addition to your snack table.
This dip is perfect as part of an appetizer or quick snack, and you can even use it as a creamy spread.
A great treat for picnics, gatherings, and potlucks!
And it’s gluten-free.
Want to try another delicious dip? Try this dip: Easy Onion Dip !
Some useful cooking terms:
What does it mean when recipes say “to taste” about an ingredient?
When recipes say “to taste,” it means that you can put in as little or as much as you like to your own taste. Some recipes have many ingredients that a cook can adjust to their own taste when cooking (not so much when baking, though).
The best way to calculate what your taste is with a recipe that you are not yet familiar with is to first taste the dish and then add the “to taste” ingredient GRADUALLY, a little at a time—a splash of this or a pinch of that—until the dish is just the way you like it.
Make sure to stir the ingredient after each time you add it so that the flavor will distribute evenly and become part of the dish. Then taste again. Repeat until you reach your personal preference.
Note: If you plan on using the recipe again, it is highly recommended to make a note of what and how much you added so that you can refer to it next time.
What does “savory” mean?
“Savory” refers to foods that are not sweet, such as foods that taste salty, spicy, or herbal.
What cooking measurement expressions mean:
Drop – ¹/₆₄ teaspoon (or less—it’s however a literal drop comes out)
Smidgen – ¹/₃₂ teaspoon
Pinch – ¹⁄₁₆ teaspoon (what you can grab between your finger and thumb)
Dash – ⅛ teaspoon (what comes out when you shake out of a shaker or bottle)
Tad – ¼ teaspoon
Dollop—a glob on a spoon (like with mayonnaise or ice cream)
Scant—a scant cup is almost a cup, just below the line.
Heaping—above the line of the spoon (teaspoon, tablespoon)
Seasoning and flavoring to keep in your pantry
I have found that keeping seasonings and spices in my pantry helps me make a variety of dishes without having to run to the store or borrow from a neighbor. These include:
- salt (my recipes use regular table salt)
- ground black or white pepper
- granulated garlic or garlic powder (I prefer granulated)
- onion powder
- sweet paprika and/or sweet pepper flakes (paprika is ground dried red pepper, pepper flakes are crushed dried red pepper)
- hot paprika, hot pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper (moderately spicy dried ground chili pepper) for those occasional spicy dishes
- ground turmeric
- ground cumin
- ground cinnamon
- ground ginger
- ground nutmeg
- ground cloves (for pumpkin flavors)
- sugar (granulated)
- brown sugar
- chicken consommé powder / beef bouillon powder (regular or vegetarian)
- onion soup mix
- onion flakes (substitute for fresh onion—3 tablespoons for 1 medium onion).
- various herbs
- additional spices to adapt taste to preference
A little about avocados
Native to the Americas, avocados are a delicious fruit used in dips and salads. They are also sometimes substituted for fats in baking.
Avocados are high in calories due to their high fat content. However, the fat is the “good” monounsaturated fat, which helps lower cholesterol when eaten in moderation.
Avocados are also a healthy source of close to 20 vitamins and nutrients, so whip up a bowl of Easy Avocado Dip and enjoy!
Uses for Avocados in the kitchen
- Besides dips, avocados can be used as a healthier, creamy substitute for mayonnaise in egg salads or tuna salads or as a spread on sandwiches and wraps.
- Mash them onto toast with salt, red pepper flakes, or other seasonings (I like to use pre-made avocado toast seasoning). Or add a sunny-side-up or poached egg on top.
- They can also be blended into green smoothies for additional nutrition without overpowering the fruit flavors.
- Dice them or slice them into salads.
- Avocados are sometimes used to replace butter or oil in some baked goods because of their high fat content. These include brownies and muffins.
- Avocados can be blended with other ingredients, such as lemon or lime juice, cilantro, and garlic, for a delicious tangy salad dressing or a sauce to drizzle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Easy Avocado Dip
How long does this avocado dip last in the fridge?
This dip is best enjoyed fresh, but it will keep for up to 24 hours or so in the refrigerator. To keep it as green as possible, place plastic wrap directly onto the surface of the dip to minimize air exposure.
Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes, but since avocado oxidizes quickly when exposed to air, it is best to prepare it as close to serving time as possible. If you must prep ahead, add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to the mixture; the acidity helps slow down the browning process.
What if I don’t have granulated garlic?
You can substitute granulated garlic with garlic powder or fresh minced garlic. If using fresh garlic, start with one small clove and adjust to taste, as it will be more pungent than the granulated version.
Is this dip gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is gluten-free as long as you don’t choose a sour cream that is not gluten-free.
Can I freeze leftover avocado dip with sour cream?
It is not recommended to freeze this dip.
Avocado loses its texture, becoming watery and grainy once thawed, and the sour cream will likely separate, leading to a thin, unappetizing consistency.
Since avocado dip is best enjoyed fresh, it is better to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, with a piece of plastic wrap pressed directly onto the surface of the dip to minimize browning from oxidation.
Easy Vegetarian Avocado Dip Recipe
Delicious and smooth, 4-ingredient avocado dip. Perfect for dipping chips and veggies!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ripe avocado pulp
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Salt
Instructions
- Place avocado pulp and sour cream in a blender and blend till smooth.
- Add garlic and salt to taste
- Blend again to mix thoroughly.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 106Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 152mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 4gSugar: 1gProtein: 1g