Giardiniera Dip

Whether you’re from the Chicago area or just like to visit the city, you probably know what giardiniera is. But did you know you can use it for more than a sandwich topper? With this quick and easy giardiniera dip, you can turn that delicious pickled condiment into an amazing snack for a party! And the best part is that you can prepare this quick and easy spread in a matter of minutes

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: Giardiniera Dip

Prep Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 218kcal

Ingredients

8 oz jar Giardinerra* drained and diced
8 oz package cream cheese softened to room temperature
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red onion minced
2 garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon hot sauce Franks works great
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Beat cream cheese with a mixer until smooth and creamy.
Stir in remaining ingredients until fully combined. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
Cover and chill the dip in the refrigerator for an hour before serving, or overnight to help the flavors marinate.
Allow the dip to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with your favorite crackers or bread, enjoy!

Notes

*Giardiniera is an Italian style pickled vegetable relish. I used mild giardiniera for this dip, you could substitute with spicy. I also prefer to finely chop the giardiniera, you can dice it to your liking.

This relish is a popular Chicago area condiment!

To store, keep the dip in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator or up to 2-3 months in the freezer. To defrost, leave in the refrigerator overnight.

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