# French Onion Soup Dips This Delicious Dip Features Caramelized Onions and Greek Yogurt By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-10-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-soup-dip References: [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com/recipe-homemade-french-onion-dip-with-caramelized-onions-and-greek-yogurt-recipes-from-the-kitchn-199360) You've heard of a meal in a cup, but a meal in a dip? The [French onion soup dip](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-hommus) is just that! It's hearty and savory enough to satisfy your meal-time cravings, but easy to make and eat when you're in a hurry. Time is of the essence, after all! The dip substitutes Greek yogurt for mayo and sour cream, which is healthier, but doesn't comprise the thick, creamy texture needed for the base of the dip. It's also equally as delicious, adding both richness and zest. The dip also substitutes real onions for dried soup packet onions. Caramelizing the onions adds most of the savory flavor. The recipe calls for chopping them finely, so they cook faster. Overall, the french onion soup dip is a delightful, substantial mini meal that will fill you right up! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthier Substitutions in Dips:** Opportunity to innovate by creating delicious and healthier alternatives to traditional dip recipes using substitutes like Greek yogurt. - **Caramelized Onion Flavors:** Opportunity to explore different ways of incorporating caramelized onion flavors into dips and other dishes to add richness and zest - **Mini Meal Dips:** Opportunity to create convenient and satisfying mini meals in the form of dips, catering to on-the-go lifestyles. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Food companies can develop new dip products or expand their dip offerings to include healthier options and innovative flavors - **Culinary Services:** Catering businesses can incorporate mini meal dips into their menus, offering quick and satisfying options for busy customers - **Health and Wellness:** Health-oriented brands can promote the use of Greek yogurt and other healthier ingredients as substitutes in traditional dip recipes, targeting health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Yogurt-Based Spinach Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reduced-guilt-spinach-kale-greek-yogurt-dip.md) - [Sour Cream-Based Dip Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daisy-dips.md) - [Creamy Dairy-Free Garlic Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-foods-roasted-garlic-dip.md) - [Onion Soup-Flavored Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/campbells-onion-soup-burgers.md) - [Creamy Dairy-Free Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-dips.md) - [Dry Mix Dip Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/danos-seasoning.md) - [Dippable Melty Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-ciabatta-dippers.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Yogurt Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greek-yogurt-dessert-dip-collection.md) - [Dip-Flavored Cracker Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-onion-dip-crackers.md)