30 Healthy Dip Recipes We Literally Want to Be Eating Right This Second
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Game day isn’t complete without the right snacks. And what better way to nosh than with chips, veggie crudité, and some delicious rich, creamy dips? Yet dip can often be high in calories, sodium, fat, and even sugar. So ditch the store-bought ones and whip up your own healthier versions at home. Here are 30 great healthy dip recipes to make at your next party.
Individual 7-Layer Dip
These awesome dip cups from Kirbie’s Cravings have healthy ingredients, and they're portioned out to help manage serving size! That way you can’t go overboard with the dunking even if you wanted to.
Fresh & Healthy 7-Layer Dip
Seven-layer dip gets a bad rap, but this healthy option from Ambitious Kitchen shows you can pack on the flavorful ingredients while still keeping it low in calories, fat, and carbs. This perfect game day snack is made with beans, yogurt, taco seasoning, guacamole, cheese, tomatoes, black olives, onion, cilantro, and jalapeños.
Basil Avocado Dip
This creamy dip from A Saucy Kitchen is rich in healthy fats to fill you up and settle game day munchies, and the basil adds some herbaceous flavor and fragrance to take it up a notch.
Black Bean, Corn and Quinoa Enchilada Bake (or Dip!)
How decadent and rich does this one look? Well, it is, but it’s also high in protein and fiber from the black beans and quinoa, so it’ll settle your hunger without being a calorie and fat bomb. Use this recipe from Ambitious Kitchen for you next tailgate!
2-Minute Creamy Avocado Dip
Who can resist a good guacamole recipe? This avocado dip from Pinch of Yum takes just 2 minutes to whip up, and it’s loaded with healthy fats to keep you fuller longer. Feel free to add in more spices or some crunch from nuts or seeds.
Best Bean Dip
What qualifies as "best"? This dip from two peas & their pod. It has green chiles, shredded cheese, cream cheese, salsa, refried beans, and plain Greek yogurt. It packs in protein, spice, fiber, and all that amazing deliciousness you want in a hearty dip.
Blueberry Cheesecake Dip
If you’re looking for a sweet dip that’s healthier than a slice of actual cheesecake, this recipe from Nutrition a la Natalie has got you covered. Besides, it’s pretty to serve on a platter with sliced fruit, like apples, or some crackers! It’s a real unicorn-type of dip that’s sure to impress.
Vegan Cashew Ranch Dip
This dairy-free cashew take on ranch from The Toasted Pine Nut is great for any football party, and it pairs well with different, crunchy veggies or even chicken wings. (Though perhaps faux-chicken wings, as it is a vegan dip!)
Roasted Chipotle Salsa
Salsa is a great party food, and this chipotle option from A Saucy Kitchen brings the heat!
Jalapeño Quinoa Corn Dip
This spicy corn and quinoa dip from Pinch of Yum has the heat you crave but also some ample protein and fiber to fill you up while you’re watching the big game. Plus it’s creamy, thanks to the rich sauce that holds it all together. Feel free to scoop it up with a big fat tortilla chip (or two).
Easy Cauliflower Hummus
If you need a low-carb dip, this cauliflower hummus from Real Simple Good is your answer. It includes red pepper for some heat and garlic and seasonings to take the flavors up a notch. You can also add in nutritional yeast for a vegan cheesy feel.
Easy Skillet Queso Dip
Another cheesy dip that’s easy to whip up fast, this recipe from two peas & their pod looks really gourmet and tastes amazing. Serve it nice and hot right out of the oven! It’ll be super gooey.
Homemade French Onion Dip Recipe
This healthy makeover on a classic from Rachel Cooks has less fat and calories but still the same great flavor. The base has Greek yogurt (2% here, but you can go with non-fat), which pumps up protein and keeps down fat.
Healthy Cake Batter Dip
Who can say no to edible cake batter? This dip from 40 Aprons is basically comfort food in a jar, and it’s a great dessert dip you can eat plain. It’s also paleo and vegan, so it’s low in sugar and works for many diets.
Garlic + Artichoke Dip
This savory dip from The Toasted Pine Nut is high in fiber from the artichoke, and it has some fun crunch on top from the pine nuts.
Paleo French Onion Dip
French onion dip can be loaded with fat and calories, but this one from 40 Aprons is low-carb and paleo-friendly. Use it as an appetizer, and you can guarantee your guests will go wild.
Pizza Dip
This pizza dip from Kirbie’s Cravings is light on the calories and fat, but has the same deliciousness you want on a slice of pepperoni pizza.
Pumpkin Dip for Gingersnaps
Sure, you can dunk those cookies right in, but you can also use this pumpkin dip from Pinch of Yum for other foods, too! Think crackers, spreading on bread, or even dunking in pieces of fruit, like sliced apples.
Roasted Garlic Bacon Blue Cheese Dip
An indulgent dip from two peas & their pod, it has all your favorite comfort foods but is still good for you. The bacon bits are nice and crunchy and the cheese makes it really flavorful and creamy.
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