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Published: Jul 17, 2023 · Modified: Apr 26, 2025 by chhavi

Easy Creamy Green Onion Dip Recipe

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Green Onion Dip - Cheesy, cold party dip perfect for your next party, movie night, or game-day snack. Serve with chips, raw vegetable sticks, or chicken wings.

Green onion dip served in a blue bowl, along with ritz crackers and potato chips

An addictive, savory, homemade green onion dip that has flavor from both charred green onions and fresh green onions. You can use it as a chip dip or an easy appetizer for your game and movie nights. It's perfect for any occasion.

One of the best things about this dip is its convenience. It's a creamy dip you serve cold, so it stays fresh throughout the party. You can even make it a couple of days ahead and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

I love these kinds of low-effort dips. They allow you to be fully present and enjoy the party without worrying about cooking and reheating.

This chip dip is inspired by my caramelized onion dip, which is made with sauteed onions and Greek yogurt. It pairs well with Chicken wings(try my air fryer bbq chicken wings), and fresh veggies like celery sticks, carrot sticks, and bell peppers.

So, why wait? Gather your friends, fire up the TV, or set up the game console, and indulge in this irresistible homemade green onion dip. It's a crowd-pleaser that will impress the socks out of your guests.

Ingredients

Here is what you need to make flavorful green onion dip

Ingredients needed to make green onion dip- green onions, sour cream, cayenne pepper, garlic, salt, cream cheese and lemon

See the recipe card for quantities.

The sour cream and cream cheese give it a spreadable, soft, cheesy texture. Green onions, aka scallions, give this dip its prominent flavor. We only need the green parts of the green onion.

Here are some common substitutions for the ingredients.

  • Cream Cheese - You can use Greek yogurt, mascarpone cheese, or cottage cheese too.
  • Sour Cream - Substitute with Greek yogurt
  • Green Onions - Onions, Chives, or Garlic chives are a great option too.
  • Garlic - Instead of fresh garlic, you can also use garlic powder or garlic flakes.
  • Cayenne Pepper - Smoked paprika, sweet paprika, banana peppers, or jalapenos
  • Lemon Juice - For the tangy flavor, you can use red wine vinegar too.
  • Salt - Regular, kosher, or sea salt.

You could make the famous Kraft green onion dip, but when you use fresh ingredients, the texture, taste, and flavor are always in better control. This homemade version is better than the classic green onion dip recipe.

How to make Green Onion Dip

Here is how to make this green onion chip dip 

Step 1: Prep

Roughly chop up the green onions and peel the garlic clove.

You do not need precision here, as we will be blending the dip

fresh green onions and garlic in a pan
Charred fresh green onions and garlic in a pan

Step 2: Char the Green Onions

This step is optional but in my opinion, it adds a whole lot of flavor to the dip. If you are making this in the summer season, you can grill the green onions instead of sauteing them.

Take half the green onions and two cloves of garlic, and saute them in a pan on high heat till they char a bit.

Cream cheese, sour cream, cayenne pepper, salt, fresh green onions and charred green onions and garlic in a food processor

Green onion dip in a food processor.

Step 3: Blend

Add everything to a blender or a food processor - cream cheese, sour cream, charred green onions, garlic, fresh green onions, salt, and lemon juice.

Blend until the green onions have been blitzed together, and the dip turns green.

This homemade charred spring onion dip will be better than any store-bought version. I promise!Serve it in a bowl with chips and other dippers like fresh-cut veggies.

Green onion dip served in a blue bowl, along with ritz crackers and potato chips. A ritz cracker being dipped inside.

If you like cold dips, try this viral, crazy feta chip dip recipe. It's a perfect alternative if you are short on time.

Serve

Serve it with

  • Chips and crisps - Serve this creamy dip with your favorite potato chips, tortilla chips, bagel chips, and pita chips. Using the air fryer, here is an easy way to make stale pita bread into crispy chips.
  • Healthy Dippers - Raw vegetables like Celery sticks, bell peppers & carrot sticks.
  • Sauce for French Fries, Sweet potato wedges, chicken wings, and crispy fried popcorn shrimp.
  • Charcuterie Board - Add a few more dips like roasted red pepper feta dip, black bean corn feta dip, or a refreshing Greek tzatziki dip.Maybe a hot dip like this chicken jalapeno popper dip.
  • Spread for Burgers & Sandwiches
Green onion dip served in a blue bowl on a wooden round platter, along with ritz crackers and potato chips.

If you make this flavorful green onion dip, please leave a review. I appreciate every rating and review comment!

Tried it? I’d love to know! Tag me or drop a comment below — your feedback totally makes my day.

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Green Onion Dip

Green onion dip is a popular savory dip served as a party or game-day appetizer.
Check the step by step instructions above to understand better.
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Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 92kcal
Author: Chhavi

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients 

  • 8 Ounces Cream Cheese
  • 4 Ounces Sour Cream
  • 10 Green Onions scallions
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cayenne Pepper or Paprika

Instructions

  • Heat a pan on high. Add half the chopped green onions and all the garlic.
  • Saute till the green onions and garlic are charred.
  • In a blender or a food processor, add the cream cheese, sour cream, cayenne pepper, charred green onions, charred garlic, lemon juice, salt, and the rest of the fresh green onions.
  • Blend till the dip turns light green. Check the taste and adjust if needed.
  • If possible, refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve

Serve it with
  • Chip Dip - with your favorite potato chips, bagel chips, and pita chips. Using the air fryer, here is an easy way to make stale pita bread into crispy chips.
  • Healthy Dippers - Raw veggies like Celery sticks, bell peppers & carrot sticks.
  • Sauce for French Fries, Sweet potato wedges, chicken wings, and crispy fried popcorn shrimp.
  • Charcuterie Board - Add a few more dips like Roasted red pepper feta dip, Black bean corn feta dip, or a refreshing Greek tzatziki dip
  • Spread for Burgers & Sandwiches

Storage

Store this dip in an air tight container for 5-6 days.
Make sure to cover the dip, otherwise all your other stuff in the fridge will smell of cooked onions. (Been there, done that..multiple times..)
I do not recommend freezing the dip as the texture changes way too much. But if you have to freeze leftover dip, you will need

Nutrition

Serving: 3tablespoon | Calories: 92kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 140mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 499IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Variations

Here are some variations to this popular easy dip recipe.

  • Spicy - This dip is not very spicy, but you can choose to add more cayenne pepper or smoked paprika, or jalapenos to the dip to make it spicier.
  • Corn Green Onion dip- Add grilled or boiled corn kernels to make this a summery dip.
  • Healthier Green Onion Dip- Substitute both cream cheese and sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option, like my healthier French onion dip with Greek Yogurt.
  • Fresh Herbs - Swap spring onions with other herbs like cilantro, chives, and parsley.

Here is the viral hot corn scallion dip recipe that has everyone salivating.

FAQ

Can I use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream in green onion dip?

Yes, you can substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream in green onion dip. Greek yogurt will provide a similar tangy and creamy flavor to the dip.

Can I make green onion dip ahead of time?

Yes, green onion dip can be made ahead of time. In fact, it often tastes better when the flavors have had time to meld together. You can prepare the dip a day in advance, cover it tightly, and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Can I freeze green onion dip?

It is not recommended to freeze green onion dip. Freezing can cause changes in the texture and consistency of the dip, affecting its quality when thawed. It is best to consume green onion dip within a few days of preparation for optimal freshness and taste.

Storage

Store this dip in an airtight container for 5-6 days.

Make sure to cover the dip, otherwise, all your other stuff in the fridge will smell of cooked onions. (Been there, done that..multiple times..)

I do not recommend freezing the dip as the texture changes way too much. But if you have to freeze leftover dip, you will need to blend it again to make it smooth and creamy.

More Dip Recipes

Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

  • Olive Oil & Balsamic Herb Bread Dip
  • Greek Tzatziki dip
    Cucumber Dip with Yogurt- Greek Tzatziki
  • My Famous 5 minute Yogurt Dip
  • Mango Corn Salsa- Pico de Gallo

Pair it with

Green onion dip pairs well with these easy air fryer appetizers:

  • Air Fryer Popcorn Shrimp - Frozen & from Scratch
  • Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
  • Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Wings-(Extra Crispy)
  • Air Fry Pita Chips

More Appetizers

  • Five ingredient Guacamole
  • Cottage cheese buffalo chicken dip
  • Chicken Pakora - Batter fried chicken
  • Jalapeno popper chicken dip

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