Three Onion Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this rich and savory Three Onion Spread, a perfect blend of caramelized yellow onions, fresh scallions, and fragrant chives. This creamy spread combines tangy cream cheese, sour cream, and a touch of sweetness from caramelized onions to create a bold, flavor-packed dip that's ideal for spreading on crackers, crostini, or pairing with crunchy veggies. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, the recipe's highlight lies in the deeply golden caramelized onions, cooked low and slow for that irresistible sweetness and depth. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a snack board, or simply craving a gourmet appetizer, this versatile three onion dip is sure to impress guests and satisfy cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 large yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 4 stalks scallions (green onions)
• 3 tablespoons fresh chives
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 3 tablespoons sour cream
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced onions, granulated sugar, and salt to the skillet.

Step 4

Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes or until they are deeply caramelized and golden-brown. Reduce heat if needed to prevent burning.

Step 5

While the onions cook, finely chop the scallions and chives. Set aside.

Step 6

Once the onions are done, transfer them to a cutting board to cool slightly, then finely chop them.

Step 7

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream. Stir until smooth.

Step 8

Add the chopped caramelized onions, scallions, and chives to the cream cheese mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 9

Season the spread with freshly ground black pepper, and more salt to taste if needed.

Step 10

Chill the spread in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 11

Serve chilled with crackers, toasted baguette slices, or fresh vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	637.1 grams (637.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1367

Total Fat 125.10g	160%
Saturated Fat 61.50g	308%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.40g
Cholesterol 280mg	93%
Sodium 2005mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 49.50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 6.00g	21%
Total Sugars 28.50g
Protein 19.10g	38%

Vitamin D 2IU	11%
Calcium 356mg	27%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 816mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 14.1%