Onion Dip

Onion dip is a creamy, savory spread or dip traditionally made by mixing sour cream or cream cheese with caramelized onions, or more commonly, with onion soup mix. It is a staple party food in North America, particularly popular in the United States, often served with potato chips, crackers, or raw vegetables.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Onion dip is generally high in fat and sodium, with a moderate amount of calories, typically around 50-70 calories per two-tablespoon serving. It provides some calcium from the dairy base but is not a significant source of protein or fiber.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	60 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	210 mg
Vitamin C	1 mg
Calcium	15 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Potassium	40 mg
Vitamin A	10 IU
Phosphorus	20 mg
Magnesium	3 mg
Zinc	0.1 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Its iconic status as a party snack was cemented in the 1950s after a recipe using Lipton Onion Soup Mix was popularized, making it a symbol of convenient, crowd-pleasing American home entertaining.