This eye-catching beet dip is the perfect colorful addition to any occasion. Good Culture sour cream, honey, lemon juice, and roasted beets come together to create a vibrant appetizer that’s just as delicious as it is beautiful. Top with olive oil or fresh herbs and serve with crackers for some crunch.
Ingredients
- 2 medium beets, trimmed and scrubbed
- 1 cup Good Culture sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey (to balance the earthiness)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (or to taste)
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 small clove garlic, finely grated
To Serve
- Seed crackers or pita chips
- Fresh herbs (like dill or chives), for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Wrap each beet in foil and roast on a baking sheet for 35–40 minutes, or until tender when pierced with a knife. Let cool slightly, then peel and roughly chop.
- In a food processor, combine roasted beets, Good Culture sour cream, olive oil, honey, lemon juice, and garlic (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Taste and adjust with a little more lemon or honey as needed. Chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Transfer to a shallow bowl, drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with herbs, and serve with seed crackers for crunch.