Dip recipes

Crispy plantain chips are very popular in Africa, Latin America, and other parts of the world. They're not only a delicious snack but also a great ingredient for dishes, adding...

This eye-catching rainbow appetizer will be the highlight of your celebration. It's made with three layers of cheese, garnished with beets, fresh herbs, and pimento peppers. To give it a beautiful shape...

Keep this tried-and-true guacamole recipe on hand for a delicious and healthy party appetizer ready in minutes. You can adjust the spiciness by adding more...

In this recipe, the traditional avocado in guacamole is replaced with edamame, unripe soybeans, which help preserve the flavor, color, and texture of the snack. Pumpkin seeds give the guacamole its delicate...

This pesto combines the vibrant flavor and aroma of fragrant basil with parsley, oregano, and thyme. Puree all ingredients in a blender or food processor and use immediately. It's perfect...

Simply combine savory ingredients with umami-flavored ingredients for this delicious appetizer. Toasted sesame seeds add a wonderful texture. Serve this dip with crackers or...

Molly Yeh presented an appetizer with a subtle Jewish influence, like many other dishes at her new restaurant, Bernie's, in Minnesota. This dip is smoky, creamy, bright, and slightly herbaceous. And...

Nachos, loaded with melting cheese and a rich, meaty sauce, are a great appetizer for house parties and sports nights. Tomatillos and...

Traditional Mexican salsa verde (green salsa) is made with tomatillos, which, when baked, impart a deeper, richer flavor with a hint of sweetness. Bake with...

Want to experience the Alaskan diet? Then make this creamy hot-smoked salmon dip! Paired with fresh vegetables and crackers, it's the perfect appetizer for your next...

This layered hummus dip is perfect for at-home parties. Transform store-bought hummus into something special by incorporating boldly flavored Mediterranean favorites and...

A topping of sour cream, tomatoes, red onion, pickled jalapeños, and chipotle sauce elevates traditional guacamole to a whole new level. Plus, it makes the appetizer look more...

Try this sour cream dressing with honey and fresh dill on your favorite vegetable salad or as a dip with crackers and chips, and it might just become your new go-to...

Homemade ranch dressing is quick and easy to make and tastes better and healthier than store-bought. The combination of a fermented milk base and aromatic fresh herbs makes it ideal for salads or...

Tahini is a sesame paste widely used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines. It's so easy to make at home that you'll likely never want to use store-bought. You...

Benedictine spread is a simple combination of cream cheese, cucumbers, and cayenne pepper. The appetizer was created in the early 20th century by Louisville restaurant owner Jenny Carter Benedict, in honor of...

The simplest guacamole recipe includes avocado, jalapeño pepper, tomato, cilantro, and lime juice. Simply mash the guacamole with a fork in a bowl and serve immediately as an appetizer with chips for dipping.

This refreshing yogurt dressing is low in calories (only 60 kcal per serving) and fat (5 g per serving). This is thanks to Greek yogurt (2% fat) and the absence of mayonnaise. However,...

Sweet watermelon, refreshing mint, and spicy jalapeño—seemingly incompatible ingredients combine to create a luscious summer salsa that can be served as an appetizer with tortilla chips. For...

Chip dip is a versatile appetizer that's always a hit with everyone. Whether you're making it for a family movie night or a fun house party, the more dips, the...

Apples are a rather unexpected ingredient in salsa verde, a green salsa made with tomatillos and chili peppers. The fruit is baked alongside the vegetables, enhancing the sweetness of the baked tomatillos. This sauce is made with...

This aromatic Mexican salsa perfectly combines the smoky flavor of unpeeled roasted tomatoes with the mild heat of serrano peppers and the refreshing aroma of cilantro. Whether you're using a blender or...

The sweet flavor of beets breathes new life into this popular Middle Eastern appetizer. Beetroot hummus is served with a dollop of labneh, which adds a creamy touch. If you can't find labneh, substitute...

This healthy and filling butternut squash hummus goes great with flatbreads or fresh vegetables. You can also use it as a healthy spread. If you already have roasted pumpkin,...

Salsa Roja (Spanish for red salsa) is made with roasted tomatoes and three types of chili peppers: jalapeño, chile de árbol, and chipotle for a smoky flavor. Fresh cilantro infuses the sauce...

This luscious, sweet, and tangy Caribbean salsa features a harmonious blend of mango, fresh habanero pepper, cilantro, and lime. Keep in mind that the habanero pepper is very hot, so be sure to remove...

This refreshing, herb-infused fermented dressing will liven up any salad. Add whatever fresh herbs you have on hand, or better yet, several for a riot of flavor.

Use leftover holiday turkey to make this hot, creamy appetizer the next day. Everyone will love it and it's perfect for a crowd. This rich sauce concentrates all the...

Combine two popular appetizers—nachos and Buffalo chicken—in one dish for the perfect treat for a house party. The recipe is surprisingly simple, and you can use...

This creamy dip is made with leftover holiday turkey. Blue cheese and hot sauce give it a Buffalo flavor, which is even more intense when served with carrot sticks and celery for...

Can't decide what appetizer to serve at a house party? Choose this combination of buffalo wings and baked brie. Serve it as a dip with crackers for dipping. It's also...

A sour milk and blue cheese dressing is the perfect complement to iceberg lettuce, grilled steak, or spicy chicken wings. The simplest, quickest version of this dressing involves just...

The secret ingredient in this pepper relish cream cheese dip is a bagel topping made with poppy seeds, sesame seeds, dried onion, and dried garlic. It's best to make your own topping rather than use...

Fire up the grill and roast tomatillos, onions, and garlic for the most delicious Mexican salsa with wonderful smoky notes. The salsa is also infused with fragrant fresh cilantro,...

Fresh tomato salsa is a delicious addition to any dish, ready in minutes. Simply add the ingredients to a blender, blend, and serve. The simplest salsa contains only...

Dill, garlic, and lemon give this hummus a Scandinavian flair. It's made with dried chickpeas, not canned, giving the dip a creamy texture, and a dollop of yogurt...

Inspired by traditional salsa verde (green salsa), this sauce is made with tomatillos, poblano peppers, and green onions that are roasted until blackened, then blended into a thick salsa with...

The tomatillo (a type of tomato plant) has a more tart flavor than the common tomato. It's ideal for a savory green salsa, and for a deeper, richer flavor, roast it...

This salsa made with canned roasted bell peppers, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro comes together in minutes in the blender and is sweet and spicy, with a hint of heat and smoke, perfect for...

This fondue is made solely with Gouda cheese, but for a slightly stronger flavor, add aged Gouda to the fresh Gouda. Add a splash of white wine, a pinch of nutmeg, a pinch of cayenne pepper—and...

Korean gochujang paste adds a pleasantly piquant flavor to regular mayonnaise. It's perfect for any dish or appetizer, whether as a dip or condiment. Korean gochujang paste can be found in grocery stores...