Dip It: 15 Healthier Party Dip Recipes

Dips are one of the best parts of any party spread. This list of 15 healthier party dip recipes will bring all the flavor to your appetizer table without most of the guilt!

A few weeks ago, I presented you with a roundup post called Bite It: 15 Healthier Bite-sized Party Food Recipes.

But bites aren't the only party food that deserve a healthier makeover for your next dinner party. Because what's a party appetizer spread without a good assortment of dips?!

Dip recipes are so much fun, but they can be really heavy at times, loaded with mayo, cream cheese, etc. But there are lighter options that don't sacrifice flavor and, rest assured, I have 15 awesome ones to share with you today.

Which of these dip recipes would you dive into first?

1. 5-Minute Avocado Ranch Dip with Greek Yogurt
   Greek yogurt and avocado make this quick & easy dip extra luscious. Add a simple spice combo for that homemade ranch flair!
2. Buffalo Chickpea Dip
   Why choose between wings and hummus when you can have the best of both worlds in one dish? Vegetarians and meat eaters will all be going back for more!
3. Goat Cheese-Stuffed Quinoa & Kale Balls with Romesco Sauce
   A quick roasted red pepper sauce is the perfect accompaniment for these Spanish-inspired, stuffed vegetarian "meatballs".
4. Guiltless French Onion Dip
   No need to caramelize your own onions for French onion flavor! Dried onion flakes are a flavorful shortcut for this nonfat Greek yogurt-based party dip.
5. Healthy Red Pepper Crab Dip
   Reduced-fat cream cheese and nonfat Greek yogurt lower the calorie count of this jumbo lump crab-studded dip. Pair it with fresh veggies or whole grain crackers for more healthful dipping.
6. Killer Shrimp Cocktail
   A flavorful shrimp boil and homemade cocktail sauce bring this Beetlejuice-inspired appetizer to life. Guaranteed to disappear quicker than you can say his name 3 times!
7. Mini Salmon Cakes with Sriracha Lemon Aioli
   These adorable little fish cakes pair beautifully with a reduced fat mayo-based spicy citrus dip. Made with freshly baked salmon, they're a surefire hit!
8. Patatas Bravas with Chipotle Aioli
   A Spanish tapas favorite that's easy to make at home using only a few ingredients! These crispy fried potatoes make a great addition to any meal.
9. Pressure Cooker Carrot Tail Wieners
   Liquid smoke adds meaty flavor to these vegan cocktail wiener-inspired bites. Serve with a creamy curry mustard sauce and watch them disappear!
10. Red Lentil Dip
    Grab some flatbread and veggies and dive into this appetizer spin on Indian dal dishes.
11. Roasted Cauliflower Hummus Bowls
    No more boring hummus recipes - this one is topped with roasted veggies and toasted pumpkin seeds for a fun spin on a classic.
12. Roasted Shishito Peppers With Sriracha Soy Dipping Sauce
    Greek yogurt makes a creamy, light base for the spicy accompaniment for these beautifully blistered peppers.
13. Savory Black Eyed Pea Hummus
    Getting tired of chickpeas? Switch things up by swapping them out for black eyed peas in your hummus! Pair with fresh veggies and pita chips or crackers.
14. Top Chef All Star Marcel Vigneron's Chimi-Verde Dip
    Blanched tomatillos are blended with a mix of fresh herbs and spices with a bit of serrano pepper for a vibrant dip with a little bit of kick!
15. Tzatziki
    I'm all about yogurt dips, and tzatziki has always been a favorite! Plan ahead a little for this one - it's not much work but you'll need to strain the yogurt and the cucumber in the fridge overnight.

And as a bonus, because 15 just wasn't quite enough, these Chicken Quesadillas with Chipotle Ranch Dip are another really delicious option. Perfect for your next Mexican-inspired dinner party!

Happy dipping!

Looking for more bite-sized favorites? Check out these 5-star recipes:

• French-Inspired Deviled Eggs
• Patatas Bravas with Chipotle Aioli
• Killer Shrimp Cocktail
• Cheesy Bacon + Apple Croissants
• Tuna Tostada with Avocado Dressing + Chipotle Sour Cream
• Marcona Almond + Dried Cherry Popcorn with Crispy Rosemary
• Veggie Cream Cheese Roll-ups
• No Mayo Deviled Eggs
• Mini Turkey Pot Pies with Puff Pastry
• Falafel-Spiced Cucumber Bites