Spring is the perfect time for fresh flavors, bright colors, and effortless entertaining. Whether you’re hosting an Easter brunch, a garden party, or just a casual gathering, herbal dips and spreads make for an easy yet impressive addition to your table. These recipes, featuring our signature herb blends, bring fresh and vibrant flavors to your seasonal spread.
Spring is here, and it’s time to celebrate with fresh flavors, bright colors, and effortless entertaining! Whether you're planning an Easter brunch, a garden party, or a simple springtime gathering, herbal dips and spreads are a great way to impress your guests while keeping your prep work easy.
By using herbal dip blends, you can add layers of fresh, aromatic flavors to your dishes without extra chopping or measuring. Our Backyard Patch Herbs dip blends make these recipes quick to prepare while still packing in plenty of flavor from homegrown herbs like dill, parsley, chives, basil, tarragon, and more!
Fresh & Festive Serving Tips
🌸 Go Natural – Serve dips in hollowed-out bell peppers, cabbage, or small bread bowls for a rustic and beautiful presentation.
🌿 Add Edible Decor – Garnish with chive blossoms, violets, nasturtiums, or fresh herb sprigs to bring springtime beauty to your table.
🥕 Offer Seasonal Dippers – Try crisp sugar snap peas, rainbow carrots, radishes, and asparagus for a fresh twist on veggie platters.
🍞 Mix Up Your Breads – Provide crackers, crostini, pita chips, and warm bread to create a variety of textures and flavors.
Spring Green Goddess Dip
Packed with fresh herbs, this creamy dip pairs beautifully with raw veggies.
🌿 You’ll Need:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 Tbls Backyard Patch Green Chervil Dressing mix (our version of Green Goddess)
- 1 Tbls lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
🌀 Instructions: Stir all ingredients together until well blended. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Creamy Spring Pesto Dip
A pesto-inspired dip with a rich, herby flavor and a creamy base.
🌿 You’ll Need:
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- ½ cup fresh basil
- 1 tbsp Backyard Patch Chardonnay Sun-dried Pesto Wine Dip
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
🌀 Instructions: Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Chill before serving.
Chive & Dill Spring Cheese Spread
A creamy, herby spread that’s great for tea sandwiches or crackers.
🌿 You’ll Need:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp Backyard Patch Marcy’s Dill Dip blend
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
🌀 Instructions: Mix all ingredients until smooth. Serve chilled.
Make Spring Entertaining Effortless!
These herbal dips and spreads bring fresh, vibrant flavors to your Easter table and beyond! Whether you’re serving them with crisp veggies, warm bread, or crunchy crackers, they’ll add an elevated touch to any gathering.
Looking for more spring recipes? Check out these other herb-infused ideas:
🌿 Spring Herb Butters & Compound Spreads
🥗 Herbal Salad Dressings for Spring Greens
🌿✨ Need the perfect herb blends? Browse our herbal dip mixes to make your spring gatherings delicious and stress-free!
