Raw veggies are a great healthy snack options! But at times they can also be very boring.... The below dip recipes are packed with nutrients and flavor while being low in calories. Enjoy!
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon dried dill, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 tablespoon dried chives, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, salt and pepper to taste.
- Instructions: Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Serve with carrot sticks, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips.
- Avocado Hummus:
- Ingredients: 1 ripe avocado, 1 cup canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed), 2 tablespoons tahini, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend all the ingredients in a food processor until smooth. Adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve with celery sticks, cherry tomatoes, and snap peas.
- Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 large roasted red pepper (peeled and seeded), 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 garlic clove, 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped), salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend the roasted red pepper, feta cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and parsley until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with sliced cucumber, zucchini rounds, and jicama sticks.
- Spicy Black Bean Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed), 1/4 cup salsa, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend all the ingredients together until smooth. Adjust the spices and seasoning to taste. Serve with bell pepper strips, radishes, and sugar snap peas.
- Tzatziki:
- Ingredients: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup grated cucumber (squeezed to remove excess liquid), 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped), salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve with baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, and broccoli florets.
- Edamame and Basil Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 cup shelled edamame (cooked and cooled), 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, 1 garlic clove, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend the edamame, basil, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with snow peas, baby corn, and cherry tomatoes.
- Spinach and Artichoke Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 cup cooked spinach (squeezed to remove excess liquid), 1 cup canned artichoke hearts (drained and chopped), 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 garlic clove (minced), salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve with sliced bell peppers, cauliflower florets, and carrot sticks.
- Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 can white beans (drained and rinsed), 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 cloves roasted garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (chopped), salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend all the ingredients together until smooth. Adjust the seasoning as desired. Serve with radish slices, asparagus spears, and cherry tomatoes.
- Cilantro Lime Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 garlic clove (minced), 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Mix all the ingredients together until well combined. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Serve with jicama sticks, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips.
- Beet and Goat Cheese Dip:
- Ingredients: 1 large roasted beet (peeled and diced), 1/4 cup goat cheese, 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon honey, salt, and pepper.
- Instructions: Blend the roasted beet, goat cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and honey until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with carrot sticks, sliced radishes, and endive leaves.
These dip recipes provide a variety of flavors and textures while complementing the freshness of raw vegetables. Enjoy your healthy and delicious snacks!
