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Smoked Paprika Dip that comes together with less than five ingredients in two minutes flat. A lighter dip you can serve with anything from veggies to fries.
The time has come for me to share the most basic of recipes with you - a paprika dip.
Due to how quick and easy it is to make, you can find it featured in many of my recipes (like these corn ribs, vegetable croquettes and coconut chicken tenders). As I often get requests for the recipe, it is time to let it shine in its very own recipe post.
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Reasons to Love this Dip
- Quick and Easy - whip it up in 2 mins
- Simple Ingredients - Yogurt, mayo, smoked paprika and lime
- Healthy - Greek yogurt is the base of the recipe, providing protein to keep tummies fuller for longer.
Ingredient Information (with suggested alternatives)
- Greek Yogurt - Can sub with any natural yogurt
- Mayonnaise - Helps to cut the tartness of the yogurt, can skip if you prefer or replace with some olive oil.
- Smoked Paprika, also known as pimentón, is prepared by smoking peppers over an oak fire, unlike typical paprika which is usually machine-dried. The smoky, sweet depth of smoked paprika is what makes this dip so don't be tempted to replace it with regular paprika, the dip just won't be the same.
- Lime - Adds a little zing, enhances the flavour and helps thin out the dip. You can replace it with lemon if you wish.
- Salt - Helps to bring out the flavour and balance the dip.
See recipe card for amounts.
Process Shots
This dip couldn't be more simple to make. Just add all the ingredients to a small bowl and mix until combined.
Taste and adjust accordingly (add more smoked paprika for extra flavour, add a little more mayo if you find it a little tart, add a touch of honey if you are looking for more sweetness (not suitable for babies) etc)
If you let the dip sit for a while the smoky flavour intensifies.
Serving Suggestions
I love to serve this dip with
Storage Instructions
Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Recipe FAQs
This dip/sauce can be served to a baby/toddler from 6 month+. Make sure to use mild smoked paprika and start with a smaller amount first. I would skip the mayo, especially if it contains raw egg, and don't add any salt.
This dip contains dairy (yogurt) and egg (mayo) which are common food allergens. They should be introduced separately before offering this dip.
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Smoked Paprika Dip
Ingredients
- ½ cup Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Lime Juice
- ¼ teaspoon Salt do not add if making for a baby/young child
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
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