Extra-Green Green Goddess DipPhoto by Gentl & Hyers
It's the watercress that makes this new riff on a classic greener—and zestier, too.
Recipe information
Total Time
15 minutes (vegetable prep time not included)
Yield
Makes about 1 1/4 cups
Ingredients
2 cups (packed) trimmed watercress sprigs (from 1 large bunch)
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup crème fraîche or sour cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, peeled
Assorted cut-up vegetables (For dipping)
Assorted chips (for dipping)
Preparation
Step 1
Assorted cut-up vegetables (for dipping) Assorted chips (for dipping) Combine first 5 ingredients in processor; blend 5 seconds. Add next 6 ingredients. Blend until herbs, anchovies, and garlic are finely chopped, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally. Season dip with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.
Step 2
Place bowl of dip in center of platter; surround with vegetables and chips.
Recipe notes
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