dip

If you’re looking for the appeal of a deep-fried appetizer without any frying at all, these just might become your go-to option. Panko makes the exotic vegetable fries deliciously crunchy, while the cool, creamy, cashew-based dip adds a fresh, bright note.

This traditional South American dipping sauce is spicy, tangy, fresh – and highly addictive.

Roasted poblano peppers pureed with cheese and Greek yogurt make an easy, creamy dip. Turn up the heat with jalapeños.

The sweet artichoke meat tastes amazing dipped in the tangy lemon yogurt dip

This version of the Syrian roasted red pepper dip is sweetened with a date to avoid refined sugars. Urban suggests it as a snack for your next book club night, but we also love it as a topper for a piled-high bowl.

A little smoky, slightly sweet and paired with perfectly charred baby bell peppers, these wings are next level.

The key to this mayo-free dip is hearts of palm, which lend a light creaminess when blended up with lemon and Parmesan, for a twist on a classic.

While you can’t have conventional deep-fried French fries during the Whole30 challenge, you can have these heart-healthy wedges. Whether you prefer to bake or fry them, both options are compliant.

This tahini dip gets a flavor kick from harissa, a Moroccan chile pepper paste. Just read the label carefully to ensure it doesn’t contain added sugar. Use your favorite vegetables for dipping.

A meal version of the popular 7-layer dip, this salad is packed with tasty layers such as crisp lettuce, olives, cheese and avocado. Canned black beans add a source of protein without having to cook – for a twist, try mixing them with corn kernels for extra sweetness. You can use corn from the cob or frozen and thawed corn.

Loaded up with Tex-Mex toppings, this crowd-pleasing dip is deliciously easy. For a more intense black color, reduce the amount of hummus by half.

This roasted red pepper and feta dip combines the tangy flavor of feta with the sweetness of roasted red bell peppers to deliver a delicious snack or appetizer.

The fresh flavors of spinach, yogurt, goat cheese and mint make a great sauce, dip or dressing.

You can use this delicious curried dip as a sauce on pretty much anything or as a dip with some veggies.

This hummus uses avocado in place of tahini for an extra-velvety spin on everyone’s favorite dip. For best results, use Hass avocados, which are the creamiest variety.

Move over, apple butter. This simple blend is outrageous on just about everything. Some of our favorites? Try it spread on sliced fruit or slathered on pumpkin spice bread.

A sprinkling of Za’atar, an aromatic Middle Eastern blend of herbs and spices, gives these baked pita chips addictive flavor without the need for a ton of oil or salt.

Made from fermented soybeans, miso paste is a probiotic food that helps improve gut health. Miso paste also contains minerals such as calcium, iron, zinc and magnesium. This dressing serves beautifully alongside summer slaws, soba noodles or grilled chicken.

Serve this fragrant salsa with grilled seafood or chicken, whole-grain pita chips or as an addition to a cheese platter.

Serve with cooked pasta, spoon over grilled fish or spread over whole-grain crusty bread and top with halved grape or cherry tomatoes.

This Asian-inspired dip is versatile enough to use with any of our chips, and it just might be the easiest dip you've ever made – simply pop all the ingredients into a blender with a splash of water, whiz it up and you're done.

Make a homemade dip that doubles as a dressing to enjoy 
with sliced raw veggies and prepared leafy greens. Try this Creamy Dill & Cannellini Bean Dip with radishes, cucumbers 
and carrots or toss it with romaine lettuce, shredded carrots, 
red onion, cherry tomatoes and roasted fingerling potatoes 
for an easy lunch.

Game day isn’t the same without a rich, velvety dip. Serve with pita chips, tortillas 
or veggies like grape tomatoes or blanched asparagus 
and cauliflower.

"This particular recipe is a favorite of mine to make 
for my daughter when I want to do something decadent but also nutritious for her. It's so delicious that it makes her unafraid of vegetables." – Erin McKenna

Sweet honey and pungent ginger give this carrot dip just the right amount of punch. We love dipping bell pepper strips, snap peas or zucchini sticks into this velvety recipe.

Avocado, almond milk and cacao form the creamy base for this über-decadent 
chocolate dip. Make sure your avocado is well ripened to achieve the silkiest 
texture. Serve with any 
fresh fruit such as berries 
or sliced pears.

Baba ghanoush lovers take note – this luscious dip is inspired by your favorite eggplant dip, but we’ve swapped in roasted cauliflower for a cruciferous twist. Try it with carrots and cucumbers or seasoned toasted pita chips.

This fondue is a light, clean twist on a dish of melted cheese that's bound to please. Follow Aimee Olexy's goat cheese version for a great appetizer or winter warmer.

Try our hot 'n' spicy wings, which rival the ones you'd find at your local sports bar, on Super Bowl Sunday, movie nights or even for simple weeknight suppers – and don't forget the Blue Cheese Dip!

Whether you're celebrating at a holiday bash or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this spicy low-fat guacamole is a healthy alternative to the store-bought variety.

Light on the fat and heavy on the fiber, we use sweet potatoes for our cleaned-up French fries. The best part? A creamy, smoky chipotle sauce for dipping!

Now being gentle to bean-sensitive tummies won't mean having to sacrifice authentic taste: if we didn't know better, we'd swear this reader recipe was full of garbanzo beans!

It doesn't get more decadent than this meaty, cheesy dip with homemade crispy pita chips. Low-fat sour cream and cream cheese help achieve a velvety texture without excess fat.

Finally! A guilt-free 5-layer Mexican dip! Have a fiesta with fresh flavors that won't make you hesitate to dip your chip again and again.

Serve this party-perfect greek feta dip with veggies, as a spread for burgers and sandwiches, or with chicken or veggie skewers.

The flavor of this savory, creamy dip beats any store-bought or restaurant variety by a long shot. Chock-full of vegetables, it is significantly lower in both calories and fat, too.

This is a decadent and rich lobster dip that no one will guess is clean! When shopping for ingredients, purchase fresh-cooked lobster from your local fishmonger.

Now being gentle to bean-sensitive tummies won't mean having to sacrifice authentic taste: if we didn't know better, we'd swear this reader recipe for zucchini hummus was full of garbanzo beans!