The Classic Vidalia Onion Dip

If you’re looking to liven up your appetizer selection, try this delectable Smoked Vidalia Onion Dip served with grilled veggies. This twist on the classic onion dip packs in the rich, smoky flavor of grilled Vidalia onions. Paired with a variety of grilled vegetables, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering.

Ingredients:

• 2 large Vidalia onions, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
• Grilled vegetables (such as bell peppers, zucchini, and asparagus), for serving

Steps to prepare the smoked Vidalia Onion Dip

• Preheat your grill to a medium-high temperature.
• Slice the Vidalia onions, place them on a baking sheet, and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. 
• Put the onions on the grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they’re soft and caramelized. Remove from the smoker and allow cooling.
• In a medium-sized bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix everything until it’s smooth and well combined. 
• Chop the grilled onions and add them to the cream cheese mixture. Add the grated cheese of Gouda that has been roasted.
• After transferring the sauce to a presentation dish, it should be chilled for a minimum of one hour to allow the spices to combine.
• While the dip is chilling, prepare your grilled vegetables. Brush the vegetables with olive oil and season them with salt and pepper. Grill them until they’re tender and lightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side. 
• Serve the Smoked Vidalia Onion Dip with the grilled vegetables for dipping. Enjoy!

Some Important Tips

• You can personalize this dip by adding other ingredients like chopped bacon, green onions, or roasted garlic. 
• If you can’t grill, you can caramelize the onions in a skillet over medium heat. 
• This dip can be prepared in advance and kept in the fridge for up to 3 days. Before consuming, simply provide it a little reheat.

Enjoy the Fresh & Crunchy Appetizer

This smoked Vidalia Onion Dip with grilled vegetables is a scrumptious read on a neoclassical appetizer. The colored onions worked wondrously with the reddish cheeseflower mixture, spell the grilled veggies added a discriminating deification and freshness.

Whether you roll this dip at a gathering or bask it as a snack, it is careful to be a hit with everyone.