Balsamic Caramelized Onion Dip
A cool and creamy condiment to jazz up grilled summer fare, fresh vegetables, crackers, or chips.
Any time of year is great for a flavorful, creamy dip. But summer… now, that’s really the time to break one out. Pair it with fresh or grilled veggies on a Mediterranean board, alongside chicken or shrimp skewers, with crackers and tortilla chips, or to top off a turkey or beef burger.
This recipe works well to make ahead so the flavors of sweet onion, balsamic, and herbs have time to develop and blend.
Whatever dried herb blend you choose adds to the flavor profile, which makes it fun. Use any favorite, or try:
Mediterranean Herb Blend (The Spice House | @thespicehouse)
Greek Freak Mediterranean Seasoning (Spiceology | @spiceology)
Italian Seasoning (Simply Organic | @simplyorganic)
Green Za’atar (Spicewalla | @spicewalla)
Wish to make it dairy-free? Try:
plant-based yogurt in place of the dairy version
Veganaise mayo in place of regular mayo
Makes approximately 1 3/4 cups
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups small diced sweet onion
1 tablespoon traditional aged balsamic vinegar (good quality, thick and sweet)
1 cup plain yogurt (regular)
1/3 cup mayonnaise (no added sugar)
1 teaspoon dried herb blend
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat the oil over medium-low heat in a medium-sized saute pan. Add the onions and sauté until very soft and caramelized stirring only occasionally, about 8 – 12 minutes. Add the balsamic vinegar and continue to cook for another minute. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
2. Place the yogurt, mayonnaise, herb blend, salt, pepper, and cooled onion mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mix well to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours. The dip will thicken as it chills. Stir again when ready to serve, and transfer to the desired serving container.