One of my standard go-to dips is a caramelized onion dip that is not too fattening (really!) and makes enough for a crowd. I altered the recipe slightly, as I found it too runny for my taste. It is perfect with carrots, celery, cucumbers, peppers and radishes. I like to include pita chips or pretzel thins for anyone who likes a non-veggie alternative. Happy Dipping!
Caramelized Onion Dip
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
- 4 large onions about 3 lb. diced
- coarse salt
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 cup non fat Greek yogurt
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper more for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat oil in nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onions. Sauté onions with 2 teaspoons coarse salt until caramelized (nice medium brown color) this can take up to 45 minutes.
- add water to the onions in the skillet. Scrap the brown bits on the bottom of the pan as you deglaze the skillet.
- remove the onions from the stove and put in a colander over a plate to drain the excess liquid. Let cool to room temperature.
- Transfer onions to a medium bowl. Stir in yogurt, sour cream, lemon juice and cayenne pepper.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour. Sprinkle with cayenne pepper before serving and serve with vegetables and pita chips.
kayce hughes says
Looks yummy!