- Difficulty: Easy
- Yield: 1 pint (6 servings)
- Nutritional Info Per Serving: Calories 197, Total Fat 18g, Saturated Fat 10g, Carbohydrates 4g, Dietary Fiber 0g, Sugar 2g, Protein 7g, Cholesterol 112mg, Sodium 187mg
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Resting Time: 20 minutes
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill, plus extra sprigs for decoration
- 1 scallion, finely minced (both white and green parts)
- 1 tablespoon milk, half-and-half, or heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 100 grams quality salmon roe
Cooking Instructions: Whip up this irresistible Cream Cheese Dill Dip with Salmon Roe in just 30 minutesperfect for your next gathering!
- Using an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, blend the cream cheese until creamy and smooth.
- On medium speed, gradually add the sour cream, lemon juice, dill, scallion, milk, salt, and pepper, mixing until perfectly combined.
- Carefully fold in three-quarters of the salmon roe using a rubber spatula for delightful bursts of flavor.
- Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl, then garnish the top with the remaining salmon roe and fresh dill sprigs for a stunning presentation.
- Serve this luxurious dip alongside chips, toasted bread, or crackerswatch it disappear as guests rave about the fresh, zesty taste!
Recipe adapted from Barefoot Contessa Parties!, 2001 Ina Garten, Clarkson Potter/Publisher. All rights reserved.
