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Goat cheese dip
- You can't beat a good cheese dip, and this option, made using goat cheese laced with olive oil and mixed herbs, is simply delicious. Savor with tomato slices and toasted bread.
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Beetroot tzatziki dip
- A vibrant and attractive dish, beetroot tzatziki enlivens any table. Greet the beets with cucumber, Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs. Serve with cuts of warm, oven-baked flatbread.
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Cowboy caviar
- Also known as Texas caviar, this colorful combination of corn, beans, avocado, and peppers lightly pickled in a vinaigrette-style dressing is the perfect accompaniment to tortilla chips.
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Classic guacamole
- For many, cilantro is the key to making the best guacamole, but make sure you use the freshest of avocados too. Add lime juice, garlic, red onion, and tomato, with salt and pepper to taste. How easy is that?
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Cashew and cream cheese dip
- Gather up a handful of cashews and mix them in with cream cheese, fresh herbs, and scallions for a rich, creamy, dippy delight.
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Smoked salmon dip
- The most rewarding way to prepare smoked salmon dip is to finely chop some of the fish and puree the rest. Add sour cream and cream cheese and top with finely chopped chives.
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Hummus with pistachios dip
- A classic Middle Eastern dip, hummus is made from mashed chickpeas blended with tahini (toasted ground sesame), lemon juice, and garlic. Sprinkle a handful of pistachios for a crunchy nutty sensation.
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White bean and garlic dip
- Garlic is an essential ingredient in many dips, and this pungent herb works especially well with a smooth processed white bean dip. Just add olive oil and a splash of lemon juice before digging in.
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Muhammara dip
- Muhammara is a Middle Eastern walnut and roasted red pepper dip that teases the palate with savory, sweet, slightly smoky, and spicy flavors. Drizzle with lemon or lime juice for a tangy finish.
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Roasted pepper hummus
- This will impress your dinner guests, a flaming red roasted pepper hummus made with sweet red bell peppers, chickpeas, garlic, and tahini. Top with freshly chopped parsley and serve with pizzazz.
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Crab and bacon dip
- Practically a meal in itself, this crab and bacon combo is a surf and turf dip delicacy. Add caramelized onion, cooked in a little olive oil until until richly browned.
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Avocado and buttermilk dip
- Otherwise known as a green goddess dip, this avocado and buttermilk combo is supplemented by garlic, various herbs, yoghurt, and feta cheese. Dip in, or spread over crispbread.
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Pumpkin dip
- Sprinkle cinnamon over a super smooth pumpkin dip, gather up a handful of cookies and apple slices, and give your taste buds a pleasant surprise.
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Roasted fresh chili dip
- A cherished Mexican standby, this dip will bring tears to your eyes for all the right reasons. If you can't stop crying, tame it with a dollop of sour cream.
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Carrot dip
- The health benefits of carrot are well known, so why not use this ubiquitous root vegetable as a base ingredient in your next dip? Scoop it out using cuts of cucumber, sweet peppers, and cauliflower. Include fresh bread and wholemeal crackers for extra texture.
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Spicy Indian raita dip
- Often served as a side dish but equally appealing as a stand alone dip, raita is typical of Indian cuisine and comprises plain yoghurt, cucumber, and garam masala—an exotic blend of ground spices that can include cinnamon, peppercorns, cardamom, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, or nutmeg.
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Spinach and artichoke dip
- Another super healthy dip option, this simple-to-prepare appetizer combines plenty of tender artichoke hearts with lightly steamed spinach. Add garlic to taste and, if desired, grated cheese.
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Clam dip
- Filled with cream cheese, crème fraîche, and canned minced clams, this delightful dip is salty and cheesy on the palate. Garnish with dill or chives.
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Baba ghanoush
- Made with a base of grilled or roasted eggplant, this traditional Levantine appetizer is usually garnished with various herbs and smoked paprika. For a wonderfully nutty boost, mix in some tahini.
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Chili cream cheese dip
- A simple idea made even better when combined with chili and tomato. Enjoy with rye seed crackers.
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Remoulade dip
- In fact a sauce originating from France and closely resembling tartar sauce, remoulade also makes a fantastic dip flavored with herbs, pickles, or capers. And if you want to spice things up a little, add a sprinkling of curry powder.
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Salsa macha
- A magical Mexican dish, salsa macha is made from a fragrant blend of toasted chilis, garlic, peanuts, and sesame seeds. Enjoy with grilled fish or simply spread it over a slice of fresh bread.
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Buffalo chicken dip
- A great party-pleaser, tasty buffalo chicken dip is an inspiring combo of shredded chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, melted blue cheese, scallions, and lemon juice. And don't forget the buffalo sauce! Plate up with toasted bread wedges.
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Yellow split pea dip
- Delicious and nutritious, yellow split pea dip is made with yellow lentils and turmeric. The result is a gorgeous golden hued spread that positively glows.
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Vegan cashew queso
- Looking for a cheese substitute? Use blended cashew nuts. Yep, these rich, processed nuts lend lend a creamy texture you'd otherwise get from classic cheese. Add sautéed garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and roasted poblano peppers for a flavor-packed treat.
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Avocado dip
- Try adding cilantro and lime to this classic dip for all occasions. Scoop it up with crunchy sesame seed crackers.
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Beet dip
- Heat up this earthy, nutritious, and low-calorie dip by adding a pinch of horseradish. Crown with a sprig of parsley.
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Potato and green pea dip
- Smashed potato with a dash of mint textured with lightly cooked green peas works as wonderfully smooth and healthy appetizer before any meal. Add salt and pepper to taste and perhaps a dash of lemon for extra zest.
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Pimento cheese dip
- This rich and creamy dip complements all sorts of Deep South dishes. The cheese, mayonnaise, and pimientos provide a smooth counterbalance to spicy meat dishes. As a stand-alone snack, serve with celery and carrot sticks.
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Garlic aioli
- Common in Mediterranean cuisines, garlic aioli is made using emulsion of garlic, sea salt, olive oil, and often egg. Besides serving as a dip, it makes a wonderful sandwich spread.
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Black bean dip
- This veggie-based dip is heightened in flavor with the addition of jalapeños and avocado. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with tortilla chips.
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Blue cheese dip
- Use Danish or Roquefort blue cheese to create this delightful dip. Dress with rosemary and serve with gingerbread cookies. Sources (Healthline) (The Hindu)(Britannica) See also: 30 slow cooker recipes you have to try!
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Goat cheese dip
- You can't beat a good cheese dip, and this option, made using goat cheese laced with olive oil and mixed herbs, is simply delicious. Savor with tomato slices and toasted bread.
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Beetroot tzatziki dip
- A vibrant and attractive dish, beetroot tzatziki enlivens any table. Greet the beets with cucumber, Greek yogurt, and fresh herbs. Serve with cuts of warm, oven-baked flatbread.
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Cowboy caviar
- Also known as Texas caviar, this colorful combination of corn, beans, avocado, and peppers lightly pickled in a vinaigrette-style dressing is the perfect accompaniment to tortilla chips.
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Classic guacamole
- For many, cilantro is the key to making the best guacamole, but make sure you use the freshest of avocados too. Add lime juice, garlic, red onion, and tomato, with salt and pepper to taste. How easy is that?
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Cashew and cream cheese dip
- Gather up a handful of cashews and mix them in with cream cheese, fresh herbs, and scallions for a rich, creamy, dippy delight.
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Smoked salmon dip
- The most rewarding way to prepare smoked salmon dip is to finely chop some of the fish and puree the rest. Add sour cream and cream cheese and top with finely chopped chives.
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Hummus with pistachios dip
- A classic Middle Eastern dip, hummus is made from mashed chickpeas blended with tahini (toasted ground sesame), lemon juice, and garlic. Sprinkle a handful of pistachios for a crunchy nutty sensation.
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White bean and garlic dip
- Garlic is an essential ingredient in many dips, and this pungent herb works especially well with a smooth processed white bean dip. Just add olive oil and a splash of lemon juice before digging in.
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Muhammara dip
- Muhammara is a Middle Eastern walnut and roasted red pepper dip that teases the palate with savory, sweet, slightly smoky, and spicy flavors. Drizzle with lemon or lime juice for a tangy finish.
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Roasted pepper hummus
- This will impress your dinner guests, a flaming red roasted pepper hummus made with sweet red bell peppers, chickpeas, garlic, and tahini. Top with freshly chopped parsley and serve with pizzazz.
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Crab and bacon dip
- Practically a meal in itself, this crab and bacon combo is a surf and turf dip delicacy. Add caramelized onion, cooked in a little olive oil until until richly browned.
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Avocado and buttermilk dip
- Otherwise known as a green goddess dip, this avocado and buttermilk combo is supplemented by garlic, various herbs, yoghurt, and feta cheese. Dip in, or spread over crispbread.
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Pumpkin dip
- Sprinkle cinnamon over a super smooth pumpkin dip, gather up a handful of cookies and apple slices, and give your taste buds a pleasant surprise.
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Roasted fresh chili dip
- A cherished Mexican standby, this dip will bring tears to your eyes for all the right reasons. If you can't stop crying, tame it with a dollop of sour cream.
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Carrot dip
- The health benefits of carrot are well known, so why not use this ubiquitous root vegetable as a base ingredient in your next dip? Scoop it out using cuts of cucumber, sweet peppers, and cauliflower. Include fresh bread and wholemeal crackers for extra texture.
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Spicy Indian raita dip
- Often served as a side dish but equally appealing as a stand alone dip, raita is typical of Indian cuisine and comprises plain yoghurt, cucumber, and garam masala—an exotic blend of ground spices that can include cinnamon, peppercorns, cardamom, mustard seeds, coriander seeds, cloves, or nutmeg.
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Spinach and artichoke dip
- Another super healthy dip option, this simple-to-prepare appetizer combines plenty of tender artichoke hearts with lightly steamed spinach. Add garlic to taste and, if desired, grated cheese.
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Clam dip
- Filled with cream cheese, crème fraîche, and canned minced clams, this delightful dip is salty and cheesy on the palate. Garnish with dill or chives.
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Baba ghanoush
- Made with a base of grilled or roasted eggplant, this traditional Levantine appetizer is usually garnished with various herbs and smoked paprika. For a wonderfully nutty boost, mix in some tahini.
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Chili cream cheese dip
- A simple idea made even better when combined with chili and tomato. Enjoy with rye seed crackers.
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Remoulade dip
- In fact a sauce originating from France and closely resembling tartar sauce, remoulade also makes a fantastic dip flavored with herbs, pickles, or capers. And if you want to spice things up a little, add a sprinkling of curry powder.
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Salsa macha
- A magical Mexican dish, salsa macha is made from a fragrant blend of toasted chilis, garlic, peanuts, and sesame seeds. Enjoy with grilled fish or simply spread it over a slice of fresh bread.
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Buffalo chicken dip
- A great party-pleaser, tasty buffalo chicken dip is an inspiring combo of shredded chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, melted blue cheese, scallions, and lemon juice. And don't forget the buffalo sauce! Plate up with toasted bread wedges.
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Yellow split pea dip
- Delicious and nutritious, yellow split pea dip is made with yellow lentils and turmeric. The result is a gorgeous golden hued spread that positively glows.
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Vegan cashew queso
- Looking for a cheese substitute? Use blended cashew nuts. Yep, these rich, processed nuts lend lend a creamy texture you'd otherwise get from classic cheese. Add sautéed garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, and roasted poblano peppers for a flavor-packed treat.
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Avocado dip
- Try adding cilantro and lime to this classic dip for all occasions. Scoop it up with crunchy sesame seed crackers.
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Beet dip
- Heat up this earthy, nutritious, and low-calorie dip by adding a pinch of horseradish. Crown with a sprig of parsley.
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Potato and green pea dip
- Smashed potato with a dash of mint textured with lightly cooked green peas works as wonderfully smooth and healthy appetizer before any meal. Add salt and pepper to taste and perhaps a dash of lemon for extra zest.
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Pimento cheese dip
- This rich and creamy dip complements all sorts of Deep South dishes. The cheese, mayonnaise, and pimientos provide a smooth counterbalance to spicy meat dishes. As a stand-alone snack, serve with celery and carrot sticks.
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Garlic aioli
- Common in Mediterranean cuisines, garlic aioli is made using emulsion of garlic, sea salt, olive oil, and often egg. Besides serving as a dip, it makes a wonderful sandwich spread.
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Black bean dip
- This veggie-based dip is heightened in flavor with the addition of jalapeños and avocado. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with tortilla chips.
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Blue cheese dip
- Use Danish or Roquefort blue cheese to create this delightful dip. Dress with rosemary and serve with gingerbread cookies. Sources (Healthline) (The Hindu)(Britannica) See also: 30 slow cooker recipes you have to try!
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These dips are to die for
Go dippy with these recipe ideas and serving suggestions
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Dips serve as tasty party treats or as a side dish to complement a meal. Either way, these delicious stand-alone savory snacks can be prepared in a variety of ways using all sorts of delicious and healthy ingredients. And the best thing of all, they are made for sharing!
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