This Homemade French Onion Dip calls for only 8 ingredients (7 are pantry items) and can be whipped up in 5 minutes. It's a naturally low-carb appetizer - just dig in with your favorite veggies and enjoy a healthy snack.
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I realized early in my real food journey that most everything that comes in a package can be recreated with wholesome ingredients at home. For me, it started with mayonnaise and eventually transitioned to other packaged goods like homemade gummies, crackers and even cereal. It was a slow change. But I was making progress and for that I was thankful.
This Homemade French Onion Dip is so easy to recreate at home with clean ingredients. In fact, it only requires 7 dried seasonings and a tub of quality sour cream. The caramelized onions on top is totally optional but adds a nice touch, especially if you're serving this to adults who'll appreciate the extra effort. Ravenous kids just want food - leave the caramelized onions out and save yourself a half hour.
Homemade French Onion Dip
Most store-bought seasoning blends contain anti-caking agents (essentially wood pulp!) that we do our best to avoid. And because this dip comes together so quickly and easily, it's an easy way to avoid unnecessary fillers.
You probably have most of the ingredients on hand already. These are pretty standard spices that are common in every kitchen, with the exception of maybe the celery seed. And I would not advise leaving that out as it adds a lot of rich flavor to the dip.
I tried scouring the most budget friendly options for you on Amazon, but this pays off in the long term when you invest in larger quantities. The smaller bottles of spices just does not make financial sense in the long term. And it was pretty surprising to find the smaller packages priced higher than the 1-lb bags of the same brand, same spice. Regardless, you can find the following ingredients here: minced onion, powdered onion, powdered garlic, fine sea salt, dried parsley, celery seed, and turmeric. And as always, you can buy much smaller quantities in the bulk dried goods section of your local natural-food store. Do what works best for you and your family.
Helpful Tips for this Homemade French Onion Dip
- If you use dried seasonings a lot in your recipes, try to purchase them in 1-lb packages. Otherwise, smaller quantities are better priced in the bulk dried goods section of your local natural grocer.
- Feeling ambitious? Double the dried seasoning mix for a quick snack for next time. I would not do more than double though because the ingredients may clump together over extended time.
- The caramelized onion on top is totally optional. It looks fancy with it but is more practical to skip it for a quick snack.
- This dip is best when all the flavors are combined and absorbed - wait 30 minutes before digging in but we've been known to enjoy it immediately.
- This dip is also delicious on chicken. Slather any poultry pieces with French Onion Dip generously and cook/roast/bake as you normally would. Because of the turmeric, the chicken will have a slightly orange tint.
- Enjoy this dip low-carb style with some veggies (celery and endive are my favorite) or with gluten-free crackers.
- If you're caramelizing onions, get that started first since that requires a bit of time.
Tools Used in this Homemade French Onion Dip
- Various Jars - I love using Weck jars for pretty condiments but I have a generous collection of Mason jars that would work just as well.
- Stainless Steel Pan - this is my all-time favorite pan to caramelize onions. It's just the perfect size for ½ onion and comes with a thick bottom.
- Dried Seasonings used in this recipe - minced onion, powdered onion, powdered garlic, fine sea salt, dried parsley, celery seed, and turmeric.
Printable Recipe
Homemade French Onion Mix and Dip
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon minced onion
- 1 tablespoon powdered onion
- 1 ½ teaspoon powdered garlic
- ¾ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon celery seed
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 16 oz quality sour cream
For caramelized onions (optional)
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ½ sweet onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Combine all dried spices and herbs.
- To make the dip, combine the dried mix with sour cream well. Let stand for 30 minutes for all the flavors to infuse together. Top with caramelized onions, if using.
Caramelized Onions (optional)
- If you're doing this, start on this first as it takes time to caramelize onions. Melt butter on medium-high heat in a skillet and toss sliced onions.
- Slowly cook for the sugars to caramelize for approximately 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Prepared dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Mix can be stored in airtight container for up to 2 months (but may clump - see notes).
Notes
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Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
What a great idea! I totally agree with your food philosophy. It all has a place and time 🙂 Loved the caramlized onion addition. Pinned!
Anya says
Thank you Julie. That's what I love about the real food movement - you never stop learning no matter where on the spectrum you are 🙂
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
oh adding celery seed is a great idea! I also believe that most things can be recreated at home and are much healthier that way too right?!
Anya says
Absolutely!
Sarah says
Love french onion soup, mix, and dip but not usually all the additives. This looks like a much healthier and delicious option! Can't wait to give it a try. Thank you for linking up!
Anya says
Thanks Sarah for stopping by. 🙂
Raia says
I see that cute little hugging carrot peeking out there. Haha! 🙂 I love putting homemade French onion dip in pasta... 🙂 Your recipe sounds delicious, Anya!
Anya says
Never tried putting it in pasta - yum!!
Bethany says
This looks/ sounds amazing! Pinning!
JES says
This looks delicious Anya! Thank you for sharing this recipe on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth! 🙂
Marla says
Hi Anya,
This sound like a great healthy tasty alternative to the store bought French Onion Dip. Thanks for sharing on Real Food Fridays. Pinned & Tweeted!
Rashel says
I love french onion dip, so I saved this to try later. Thank you for sharing!
Joy @ Joy Love Food says
We love French onion dip at my house and I've been meaning to make my own homemade version of the mix, so I will have to give this a try soon, it looks so good! Thanks for sharing at What'd You Do This Weekend?!
Chris says
Love onion dip and making own mix sounds wonderful!!
Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday!
Tessa@TessaDomesticDiva says
This was always one of my favorite dips....but I haven't had it in years!! I never thought to make my own mix, which makes this even better...featuring your recipe this week on Allergy Free Wednesday, thank you!!
Anya says
Thank you Tessa for the kind words and the feature. Always a privilege.
Deborah Davis says
What's a party without french onion dip? This DIY recipe is so much healthier than the packaged dips. Who can resist this eating yummy recipe! I am so delighted that you shared healthy french onion dip recipe at the Healthy Happy Green and Natural Party!Thank you so much for sharing your gems and for your support! I'm pinning and sharing! All the best, Deborah
Anya says
Thanks so much Deborah. 🙂
Michelle | A Dish of Daily Life says
Anya, this looks absolutely wonderful! I love onion dips and caramelized onions are so addicting! I'm definitely trying this! Thanks for sharing it with us at #FoodieFriDIY...sending some foodie love your way!
Anya says
Thanks Michelle - hope you enjoy it!
Shreyashi says
Hey Anya,
This dip sounds and looks sensational. You are right about the celery seeds. I have everything else apart from them. But a quick search showed that one of my local grocers carry it. So no problems at all. I am pinning this to make later.
I hope you have a great weekend.
Cheers!
linda spiker says
Sounds fantastic!
Anya says
Thank you Linda! 🙂
P R says
The minced onion, thefirst ingredient, is it fresh or dried?
Anya says
Hi P R,
It's dried onions. Enjoy!
Laura says
Do you have the nutritional information for this recipe?
Lin says
Thank you for sharing this recipe.