Vidalia Onion Dip

Vidalia onion dip is a staple for any party. It’s always delicious and it’s easy to make! This crowd-pleasing dip is made with sweet Vidalia onions, lots of cheese and some sour cream to give it some creaminess. Bake until nice and bubbly, then serve with your favorite crackers.

If you love onions also try my wonderful baked onions recipe! Great for a summer side dish.

What is special about Vidalia onions?

• Vidalia onions are a unique cultivar of the onion that is grown only in Vidalia, Georgia.
• They have been cultivated since 1953 and they’re sweet so even people who don’t typically like onions might enjoy them.
• The vidalia onion is sweeter for the lower amounts of sulfur in the soil that they are grown in.

What is the difference between a Vidalia onion and other types of onions?

• Vidalia onions are sweeter than other onions.
• They are perfect for making dips or topping off something like fish instead of using regular yellow onions that are much stronger tasting.
• They’re sweeter and have more flavor overall so you don’t need as many when cooking with them

Can this recipe be made vegan friendly?

• Yes! I would recommend swapping out the mayonnaise with either vegan sour cream or vegan yogurt.
• Feel free to play around until it tastes how you like it.

How to make Vidalia onion dip

• Vidalia onions
• Cheddar cheese
• Mozzarella cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Sour cream
• Mayonnaise- can substitute with heavy whipping cream or vegan sour cream
• Worcestershire sauce
• Crackers- chips crackers, bagel crisps are also great choices for serving this dip

How many servings does this dish make?

• This recipe serves about 8.
• You can stretch this dip out by adding a little extra of each ingredient if you need to serve more people.

What’s the best way to store Vidalia Onions so they last longer?

• Vidalia onions often come in a large bags and the excess needs to be stored properly.
• Store the onions in a cool dark place.
• Keep them away from other produce such as apples or citrus.
• You can store them in the fridge if you don’t have a cool, dark place to store them.

How can you store this dip?

• To store this dish for later, place it in an airtight container or jar and refrigerate. It will last up to five days! Just don’t forget to label what’s inside so there aren’t any mix-ups down the line.
• If you want your dip cold, it should be stored in the fridge after baking at room temperature for two hours before serving time if possible.
• Once served hot or warm, let cool completely then put into the fridge until needed.

What should this dip be served with?

• It is typically eaten alongside crackers, tortilla chips, vegetables, and breads to make a great appetizer or snack!
• You can also use it as an ingredient in other dishes like sandwiches, burgers, wraps, eggs and more for added flavor!
• The dip is also great on a toasted bagel!
• It’s versatile and sure to please just about anyone who has taste buds.

If you’re looking for a tasty appetizer idea that will please both meat and vegetarian eaters alike, this Vidalia onion dip is a perfect choice. It’s easy to make in just minutes with ingredients that are likely already sitting in your pantry!

Try it out at your next gathering or watch our video below on how to make it yourself. Don’t forget to save this recipe so you can refer back later when planning your next get-together!

More appetizer recipes to try:

• Vintage Ham Spread
• Cold Spinach Dip
• Pigs in a blanket

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