Description
This refreshing Cold Artichoke and Jalapeño Dip is a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Combining softened cream cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, artichoke hearts, pickled jalapeños, and Greek yogurt, this no-cook dip delivers a delightful texture and bold flavors. A quick blend of dried minced onion, lemon juice, and dill adds bright notes, making it an ideal companion for chips, crackers, or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese and Dairy
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
Vegetables and Herbs
- 14 oz can artichoke hearts, drained, dried, and roughly chopped
- 1/3 cup pickled jalapeño, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons finely chopped dill
- 1 ½ tablespoons dried minced onion
Other
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Beat Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened cream cheese until it becomes light and fluffy, which should take about 30 seconds. This creates a smooth base for the dip.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, roughly chopped artichoke hearts, Greek yogurt, finely chopped pickled jalapeño, dried minced onion, lemon juice, dill, and salt to the bowl. Beat all ingredients together until evenly combined into a creamy mixture.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to chill thoroughly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more pickled jalapeños or some jalapeño seeds.
- Drain and pat dry artichoke hearts well to avoid a watery dip.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables like celery or carrots.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator.
- Use full-fat cream cheese and Greek yogurt for best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cold Artichoke Dip, Jalapeño Dip, Cream Cheese Dip, Party Dip, Appetizer, No Cook Dip
