Creamy Cucumber Dill Dip

Mirj's Note:

This is very simple and just as impressive. I've posted the full-fat version, but you can make this lower fat by using a low fat cream cheese and a low fat/no fat mayo. You can make this up to 48 hours in advance and it will taste great, just give it a stir before serving.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 3 cups

• 8 ounces softened cream cheese
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 medium peeled and chopped cucumbers
• 3 tablespoons sliced scallions
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon freshly snipped dill weed
• cayenne pepper
• salt
• pepper

Directions:

1. Beat the cream cheese until smooth.
2. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Cover tightly and chill until ready to serve.
4. Garnish with additional dill sprigs and chopped red bell pepper if desired.

Reviews

[Chef #236347]

This dip tastes so fresh! I made it yesterday and let it sit overnight in the refrigerator to blend flavors. I made the recipe with non-fat mayo and cream cheese, and added a healthy sprinkle of cayenne pepper to give it a kick. One thing I did was grate the cucumber in the food processor, and squeeze the liquid out similar to squeezing frozen spinach that's been thawed. I also cut the recipe in half and it still made plenty. It's super-delicious on Ritz crackers! I can't wait until there is a pot luck so I can take this dip with me. Thanks for posting!

[razzintaz]

I can't believe I forgot to review this... For years! This is fantastic! So fresh and clean tasting! My kids even eat it with just a spoon! We love this dip.

[Koffeefreak]

So easy to make! I didn't change anything (which is unusual for me), just used low-fat mayo and cream cheese. Will definitely make this again! Thanks for the recipe.