Creamy Mixture Designed for Cobb Salad Replication
Tasty Cobb Salad Blue Cheese Dip is a delicious twist on the classic Cobb salad. Instead of the usual greens, we've transformed it into a scrumptious blue cheese dip with tangy avocado, crispy bacon, and refreshing herbs. Serve it with celery sticks or crackers if you want to pretend it's healthy, but let's be real, it's delicious no matter how you serve it!
What you'll need:
- A tangy 2 oz. crumbled blue cheese, preferably Point Reyes blue, for an exceptional taste.
Let's Get Cooking:
- Prepare the Blue Cheese Mix: Whisk together 1 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup blue cheese, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
- Stir in the Fun Stuff: Fold in 1 medium, finely chopped avocado, 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, and 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley into the blue cheese mix.
- Top and Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving dish, sprinkle crumbled bacon on top, and serve with celery sticks or crackers. Enjoy!
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- Yield: 2 cups (4-6 servings)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Total: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese (2 oz.)
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 medium avocado, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 4 slices bacon, well-brownled and crumbled
- Celery sticks or crackers, for serving
Enrichment Insights:
This flavorful dip is a great addition to any meal or party. Looking for variations? Try adding a dash of hot sauce or diced jalapeños for a spicy twist, or mix in some fresh dill, chives, or parsley for an herby boost. You can even substitute some of the sour cream with mayonnaise or use Greek yogurt for lighter options. Let the dip sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving to enhance its flavors, and store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for a week. Stir well before serving if separated.
- The tangy blue cheese dip, made with Maytag or Point Reyes blue cheese, is a health-conscious choice for tailgating parties, as it includes essential nutrients from ingredients like scallions and parsley.
- To elevate the health benefits of the blue cheese dip, consider adding nutrition-boosting additions like diced jalapeños for a spicy kick or fresh dill for an herby enhance.
- When planning your next summer gathering, don't forget to include the Cobb Salad Blue Cheese Dip in your Picnic and Tailgating Recipes lineup, ensuring guests enjoy a dip supporting their nutritional needs.
