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Best substitutes for Sour Cream

Approved Plenoa substitution data for Sour Cream, including when swaps work, flavor and texture notes, and recipes where the substitution can help.

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Approved substitutes

  • Plain Yogurt

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

  • Greek Yogurt

    Creamy dairy

    Very close in texture if full-fat Greek yogurt.

  • Low Fat Yogurt

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

  • Mayonnaise

    Creamy sauce

    Greek yogurt/sour cream are common lighter substitutes for mayonnaise.

Recipes that use Sour Cream

Hungarian Cucumber Paprika Salad — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Cucumber Paprika Salad

Crisp cucumbers mingle with a paprika-touched dressing of garlic, sour cream, and a splash of vinegar. Fresh dill adds brightness for a light, versatile salad that shines at lunch or dinner.

Quick Budget friendly
15m Serving: 24 cal $0.39
Latvian Grey Pea Bacon Bowl — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Grey Pea Bacon Bowl

A warm bowl of grey peas, smoky bacon, and caramelized onion. Topped with a dollop of sour cream and served with rye bread for a cozy, practical lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly
45m Serving: 241 cal $0.66
Slovak Sauerkraut Bean Soup — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Sauerkraut Bean Soup

Sauerkraut bean soup with tangy kraut, creamy potatoes, and satisfying beans in a comforting broth. Sausage adds smoky depth and a dollop of sour cream brings gentle richness for a cozy lunch or dinner.

Soup Budget friendly
50m Serving: 301 cal $0.66
Potato Onion Varenyky — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Potato Onion Varenyky

Creamy potato and onion-filled varenyky come together in hearty dough for a cozy lunch or dinner. Simple, comforting dumplings with a silky potato-onion filling and optional dollop of sour cream.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
75m Serving: 564 cal $0.80
Transylvanian Bean Tarragon Stew — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Bean Tarragon Stew

A hearty bean stew with tomatoes, onion, carrot, and bright tarragon. Satisfying for lunch or dinner, it pairs with crusty bread and a creamy finish if you like.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
45m Serving: 528 cal $0.89
Ukrainian Beet Bean Borscht — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Beet Bean Borscht

Bright beet bean borscht with earthy beets, plump beans, cabbage, and potatoes in a savory broth. Hearty, cozy, and nourishing, it blends tangy notes from herbs with a comforting veggie base for lunch or dinner.

Soup Budget friendly
55m Serving: 280 cal $0.93
Hungarian Paprika Potato Goulash — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Paprika Potato Goulash

Hearty potato goulash with potatoes, peppers, onions, and paprika in a rich tomato broth. Cozy, budget-friendly comfort for lunch or dinner with a warm, practical vibe.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
42m Serving: 366 cal $1.12
Belarusian Potato Mushroom Babka — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Potato Mushroom Babka

A cozy potato and mushroom babka combines grated potatoes with onions, mushrooms, and eggs into a comforting savory loaf. Rich with earthy flavors, it's best enjoyed with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of dill.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
60m Serving: 327 cal $1.12
Ukrainian Beet Barley Soup — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Beet and Barley Soup

A hearty beet and barley soup with tender potatoes and greens in a warm broth. This cozy bowl pairs earthy beets, chewy barley, and bright herbs for a practical, satisfying meal.

Soup Budget friendly
50m Serving: 481 cal $1.16
Hungarian Paprika Mushroom Soup — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Paprika Mushroom Soup

A comforting mushroom soup with earthy mushrooms, paprika, potato, onion, and creamy sour cream in a savory vegetable broth. Warm and hearty, it's perfect for lunch or dinner with rustic, homey vibes.

Soup Budget friendly
45m Serving: 364 cal $1.36
Mushroom Spätzle Skillet — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Mushroom Spätzle Skillet

This cozy skillet pairs mushrooms with spätzle for a comforting, rustic vibe. Creamy sour cream and a touch of parsley finish it for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 675 cal $1.48
Ukrainian Beet Buckwheat Mushroom Bowl — production recipe image
Dinner Lunch

Beet Buckwheat Mushroom Bowl

A hearty bowl featuring earthy beets, nutty buckwheat, and mushrooms, twirled with herbs for warmth. Bright acidity from a light dressing and fresh herbs give it a lunch- or dinner-friendly, rustic vibe.

Budget friendly Vegetarian
40m Serving: 496 cal $1.55