Hear me out. I know you think I’m crazy, but it’s really, REALLY good! I’m so glad the weather is warming up and spring is just a few weeks away. The flavors of spring always get me excited and there’s nothing I look forward to more than sitting on my back porch with a cold drink and some chips and dip.

Full disclosure: I’m biased. I absolutely love chips and dip. I could eat it every single day. I don’t even think I’ve met a dip that I didn’t like. Even when my husband and I hit the town and try to eat somewhere “fancy” I’m looking for some kind of dip on the appetizer menu. Ha! He says I’m so predictable. I say, “It shouldn’t be so dang tasty!

Strawberry and basil is a combination I absolutely love! Most times I use them when making a warm weather dish because its such a refreshing combo and this dip is great for spring entertaining. If you want to lighten it a little, omit the sour cream or use lite sour cream. The strawberries give it a nice sweetness that go well with the bite of the red onion and tang of the lime. It is delicious with lime salted tortilla chips and paired with a crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.

Strawberry Guacamole

3 Hass Avocados, ripe
1/4c. Sour Cream
1 Lime, (Juice and Zest)
1tsp. Minced Garlic
3 Fresh Basil leaves, chopped fine
2 Tbps. Minced Red Onion
1c. Fresh Strawberries, diced
Salt & Pepper, to taste

1. Cut avocados in half and remove the seed. Scoop flesh out and dice small or medium depending on if you like your guacamole chunky.
2. In a bowl mix avocados, sour cream, lime juice, zest, and garlic until combined well.
3. Season to taste with kosher salt and pepper.
4. Fold in basil, onion, and strawberries. Adjust seasonings. Serve immediately.
5. Grab your favorite tortilla chips and dip baby, DIP!

BMWK, Can you see yourself enjoying this at a nice Spring dinner party?