From Ranch to Hummus: 26 Healthy Dip Recipes (2024)

Roasted Cauliflower Hummus

Harness that same creamy, garlicky lemon flavor you love in hummus but with this alternative made with roasted cauliflower (yep, yet another amazing use for this miracle white veggie).

Avocado Hummus

All you need is one ripe avocado, hummus, a lime, some sea salt, and a little fresh cilantro for this irresistibly creamy avocado hummus.

7-Layer Dip

Who doesn't love a layered dip? Our lightened-up seven-layer dip goes easy on the dairy and contains healthy swaps, which results in a recipe that is higher in fiber and lower in fat than the original.

Secret-Ingredient Guacamole

Don't tell anyone there's a secret calorie-saving ingredient in this guacamole. OK, fine, we'll tell you — it's peas.

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

Rethink ranch dip by substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream and mayonnaise. Instead of the powdered spices and salt, quickly chop up some chives, parsley, and garlic for our Greek yogurt ranch dip. There is so much flavor packed in these fresh herbs that only a little salt is needed to satisfy your palate.

Chipotle Hummus

Watercress Spinach Dip With Flaxseed Crackers

As if a homemade dip wasn't enough, you can also impress guests by making your own crackers! This recipe for a watercress spinach dip tastes creamy and rich from the Greek yogurt, and the accompanying gluten-free crackers feel just indulgent enough thanks to the addition of parmesan cheese.

Black Bean Dip

This black bean dip gets a nice kick from garlic, red onion, and cayenne pepper. The nutrition stats aren't too shabby, either: low-cal, almost no fat or sugar, and a good amount of fiber and protein.

Low-Fat Guacamole

Watermelon Mango Salsa

A light watermelon mango salsa couldn't be more perfect for Summer. With fresh produce like cucumbers and mango, it's tropical, slightly spicy, and downright delicious.

Creamy Peanut Butter Dip

Serve fiber-filled fruit like apples or pears to eat alongside this creamy peanut butter dip. The natural sugar of fruit won't have you crashing the same way a soda will, and the protein from the nut butter will help sustain your energy through the day.

Edamole

Fans of guacamole will love edamole: it's similar to the real thing but is made from edamame, not avocado. These soybeans are high in protein but low in fat and calories. (This dip tastes equally good as a sandwich spread.)

Roasted Tomato Hummus

Whip up a batch of roasted tomato hummus — you'll love it so much that you'll be making it well beyond the Fourth of July.

Creamy Kale Dip

Skip the spinach and opt for this creamy kale dip — it is the leafy green of the moment, after all. Made with low-fat ricotta cheese, it still has all the creamy richness you've come to expect from any dip worthy enough to hold court on your table.

Healthy Onion Dip With Homemade Baked Chips

Step away from the store-bought onion dip! This healthy version couldn't be easier, and when paired with homemade baked potato chips, it's irresistible.

Mango Red Pepper Salsa

Salsa is always a great alternative to fattening dips because it's low in fat and full of fresh veggies. Enjoy this mango red pepper salsa with crackers, corn chips, or pita bread.

White Bean Veggie Dip

Like hummus, this white bean veggie dip relies on chickpeas as its main ingredient. The addition of Greek yogurt, lemon, and dill gives it a creamy kick reminiscent of ranch dip.

Sun-Dried Tomato and Chili-Walnut Layered Dip

Packed with fiber and protein, this vegan sun-dried tomato dip is a different take on a layered dip that everyone is guaranteed to love.

Beet-Mint Yogurt Dip

Beet-mint yogurt dip is just as tasty as it is pretty. Greek yogurt keeps it light, while garlic and beets give the dip a savory and satisfying taste.

Vegan Chocolate Fruit Dip

This low-calorie vegan chocolate fruit dip is the perfect dessert to bring to your Summer party. It tastes decadent, but ingredients like chickpeas and almonds bump up its nutritional value.

Babaganoush (Eggplant Dip)

Baking the eggplant adds a smoky flavor to this creamy eggplant dip, which is a great alternative to traditional hummus if you've worn it out.

Low-Fat Spinach Artichoke Dip

A classic with all the flavor but none of the guilt. You'll want to make this low-fat spinach artichoke dip all year round.

Soy-Wasabi Dip

Pineapple Salsa

Fresh pineapple adds a naturally sweet element to the heat of the jalapeños in this crowd-pleasing pineapple salsa.

Chipotle-Tomatillo Salsa

You'll never buy the jarred stuff again! This smoky chipotle-tomatillo salsa is made with just a handful of clean ingredients like chipotles in adobo, garlic, and cilantro.

Green Goddess Hummus

Supercreamy and light, this green goddess hummus is packed with tons of fresh herbs including parsley, tarragon, and chives to increase the flavor without adding unnecessary calories.