Dip recipes

Guacamole with grilled corn can be served as an appetizer at a grill party while the meat cooks. Grill the corn until it's blackened, which will intensify the flavor, with...

This salsa will captivate you with its vibrant tropical flavor and contrasting combination of ingredients and textures. Velvety avocado meets crisp onion, and sweet pineapple meets spicy...

This recipe was inspired by the famous French onion soup served with cheese toasts. Like the soup, this sour cream and mayonnaise dip is loaded with caramelized onions and thyme, and...

Is a long-awaited match or an interesting movie about to begin? Set out a large bowl of guacamole for a quick, tasty, and healthy snack. Traditional guacamole is prepared in...

If you want to serve this dip impressively at a house party, make it in a bread boat! This appetizer will always be a hit with guests. To make it, you'll need a long loaf...

Make this gooey cheesy dip for a special occasion, featuring real crab meat and plenty of healthy spinach. Three types of cheese—cream, Parmesan, and Monterey Jack—fill the appetizer...

A dip for a family gathering doesn't have to be salty! This dessert dip will satisfy any sweet tooth, cheesecake, or cookie lover. It's made with cream cheese and...

For a casual house party, there's no better appetizer than a delicious dip for dipping chips and crackers. It's also a great way to serve it to guests while they wait for the main course, because...

To make this simple cheese spread, simply combine grated cheese with mayonnaise, chopped canned pimento peppers, and spices, then spread on bread and enjoy. The combination...

Your guests won't go hungry with this filling and impressive appetizer. This Mexican-inspired dip is made with seven different layers that blend beautifully together. Canned...

Hot crab dip is one of the most popular appetizers for house parties in the West. It's made with real crab meat baked in a rich ranch sauce with herbs under a crust of...

If you have unexpected guests or just want a tasty, and most importantly, healthy snack, take a bag of frozen peas out of the freezer, defrost them in boiling water, and make a thick...

All the ingredients in this pesto are carefully selected to create a rich and balanced sauce. It's ready in minutes and can be stored in the refrigerator for several days. Use...

This vegetarian appetizer is made with potatoes, which almost everyone has, so you're guaranteed a delicious dip anytime. Whisk the baked potatoes with nuts, olive oil, and lemon juice until...

This dip is like a cross between guacamole and hummus, and it's the smoothest, creamiest hummus you'll ever taste. And the flavor is incredible! Just blend store-bought hummus with avocado...

This versatile dressing is equally good for a simple green salad or a cold noodle dish. It's made with mayonnaise, soy sauce, dark sesame oil, and...

Try a basil pesto with new flavor notes, where almonds replace traditional pine nuts and Asiago cheese replaces Pecorino. The highlight of this sauce is the tomato. Dice it and...

This quick, velvety five-ingredient sauce adds a Thai flavor to salads, noodles, poultry, seafood, and even sandwiches. It requires no cooking; it's simply blended and can be stored in...

This sauce requires no cooking and whips up in a blender in no time. It can be refrigerated for up to four days. It's incredibly versatile and goes perfectly with vegetables, meat, poultry, or...

Although this dip is made with mayonnaise and sour cream, fresh zucchini puree helps make it healthier and lower in calories, and caramelized onions, dill, garlic, and red wine vinegar add a whole new dimension of flavor.

To brighten the anticipation of a big holiday dinner, offer your guests this light appetizer in Christmas colors. A dipping sauce of sour cream and fresh herbs is served on a tray surrounded by fresh or...

This salsa is as refreshing as the popular gin and lime juice-based Gimlet cocktail that inspired it. It's even more delicious when steeped in...

Decorate your holiday with this edible Christmas wreath in vibrant shades of green and red, perfect for serving as an appetizer to guests while they wait for the big dinner. To assemble, you'll need green...

Vegetable platters (crudites) are the perfect appetizer for any holiday, especially when served with a delicious dipping sauce. If you're planning a New Year's or Christmas party, assemble crudites...

Infuse your guacamole with a rich, summery flavor, with sweet and smoky notes, by pairing grilled corn with mashed avocado. For this appetizer, the corn is first grilled whole on the cob in...

Cranberry relish is a traditional Thanksgiving snack in the United States, but it was prepared long before the holiday even existed. The Wampanoag Indians foraged for cranberry relish on the island for hundreds of years...

This homemade walnut pesto is ready in minutes. Instead of traditional basil and pine nuts, it's made with walnuts, parsley, and a touch of thyme. Serve immediately...

Katie Lee serves whipped ricotta with rosemary and olive oil on Thanksgiving with a plate of vegetables and toasted bread as a light appetizer before the big holiday dinner. This treat...

Even without adding cheese, you can make a decent pesto that will taste just like the original. The key is to combine the ingredients correctly. A mixture of smoked almonds, pistachios, and brewed...

Some people like chunky guacamole, while others prefer a smooth, creamy texture. For this, you'll need a blender or food processor. Blend the avocado and pepper...

This Japanese-style dipping sauce pairs perfectly with vegetables or tempura green beans. Arrange them around the dipping bowl, dip, and enjoy. Try it over baked sweet potatoes or...

Tomatillos, or tomatillos, infuse classic avocado guacamole with a refreshing tartness that pairs beautifully with the heat of jalapeño peppers and fragrant cilantro. Seeds removed...

This recipe from Ina Garten requires no cooking. All you need for hummus is a food processor, 10 minutes of your time, and basic ingredients you already have in your pantry: canned chickpeas,...

Skordalia is a Greek dip made with mashed potatoes, especially popular during Lent and often served with fried cod. This recipe combines the mashed potatoes with baked potato puree...

Surprise your loved ones with an unusual tomato jam. Tomatoes contain enough pectin, and when cooked for a long time, they acquire the perfect jam consistency. Peeled tomatoes are cooked in...

This dip tastes like the most delicate peanut butter cheesecake. It's served with salted straws, so you and your guests can enjoy the unique flavor combination. This dessert will be the perfect complement to...

Even simple pickled straws can be served as a thoughtful snack at a house party or while waiting for a festive dinner if you prepare a delicious dipping sauce to go with them. All you need to do is mix...

This pesto version is made with a more savory version of watercress. Whisk the greens with pine nuts and Pecorino Romano cheese, then add white beans for texture. The flavor...

Give Mexican guacamole an Asian twist. Mashed avocado is mixed with wasabi powder, pickled ginger, lime juice, jalapeño pepper, and herbs. It makes a zesty appetizer...

Instead of traditional corn chips, these nachos are made with sweet potato waffle fries. Spread them in an even layer on a baking sheet and top with chili con carne (or just...

You don't have to be a gardener to plant this bed. Your guests will be impressed by this unique presentation of a vegetable appetizer with a dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is topped with a layer of crumbled black bread—it's...

If you have hummus and yogurt in the fridge, why not pair them together? This super-simple dip is perfect as a snack with fresh vegetables or toasted pita. You can also...

This nachos recipe substitutes hot, crispy mozzarella sticks for traditional tortilla chips, meaning everyone gets a double dose of cheesy goodness: gooey mozzarella and...

This ten-layer dip features all the components of a classic Chicago hot dog, beautifully layered. It includes bun pieces, sausage, pickles, and much more...

Yogurt, sour cream, and a ton of fresh, fragrant herbs give this avocado sauce a delicate, velvety texture. Fermented milk also helps the avocado retain its color and prevent browning, so...

This pesto with almonds, fresh herbs, and pecorino cheese is served with vibrant slices of fresh tomatoes. Substitute parsley for the traditional basil, and to keep the sauce's flavor vibrant and intense,...

Replace traditional basil with parsley in this fresh homemade pesto with pine nuts, garlic, and Parmesan. Roasted bell peppers add a beautiful touch of flavor. Serve the pesto as a dipping sauce,...

You don't have to cook this tart relish made with cranberries, oranges, and walnuts—just blend it in a food processor! You can use fresh or frozen cranberries. The sweetness of the orange...

This creamy blue cheese dip is the perfect accompaniment to fried Buffalo chicken wings and will be a hit at your house party. All ingredients are perfectly proportioned to ensure the flavor...

This recipe combines traditional chili pepper salsa with a popular Sunday brunch cocktail to create a sweet-and-spicy sauce with a Bloody Mary twist.