Whether you’re after a tasty snack, appetiser or a great party dip for entertaining, you’ll find lots of delicious options in our collection of Easy Homemade Dip Recipes! Homemade dips are healthier, cheaper and tastier than storebought, and you’ll be amazed at just how simple they can be to make too!
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Why we love these recipes:
Dips are one of my favourite things to prepare! They help make entertaining a breeze, can more often than not be prepared in advance, and are so delicious to eat.
I am a big believer that just about everything is better homemade, and dips are no exception!
Aside from tasting superior, and how quick and easy they are to make, I especially enjoy knowing exactly what goes in my dips – and that they only contain quality ingredients.
Dip Recipe Collection:
Our favourite dip recipes are linked below! To visit the recipe, select “check out this recipe”. I’d love to hear which dip you will try first!
Green Goddess Dip
My Green Goddess Dip is packed full of delicious fresh herbs, is super smooth and creamy and takes just minutes to prepare! Dips are a fantastic dish to make when you're entertaining, or simply looking for a quick and delicious snack.
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Roasted Pepper (Capsicum) Pesto
Inspired by a trip to Spain, I developed my recipe for Roasted Pepper (Capsicum) Pesto. Spanish food is colourful, vibrant and full of flavour and this pesto epitomises these qualities. As well, it is simple to make!
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Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip
You will love this Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip. It is light, silky smooth and refreshing as well as being incredibly easy to make. Here I have combined two of my favourite ingredients, creamy avocado and tangy Greek yoghurt. I have boosted their flavour with the addition of lime juice and mint. If you’re looking for a healthy snack or appetiser, this is the recipe for you.
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Homemade Onion Dip (Caramelised Onion Dip)
My Caramelised Onion Dip is a simple, quickly prepared dip which is ideal for easy entertaining and one that the whole family will enjoy. It’s creamy, delicious and full of flavour.
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Pea and Mint Dip
This Easy Pea and Mint Dip not only tastes great, it also looks fantastic. For entertaining or casual snacks at home, dips are always popular. This one has a light, fresh flavour and is easily made. Best of all, it is a great impromptu starter which can be made in minutes using frozen peas.
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Creamy Whipped Feta
A tasty dip made from just a handful of ingredients. Creamy Whipped Feta is a delicious dish you can make super fast! Inspired by a Greek dip, Tyrosalata, it requires just a few simple ingredients to make.
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Easy Tuna Dip
My Delicious and Easy Tuna Dip is creamy, full of flavour and takes just minutes to prepare! When a homemade dip is this simple and tasty, there is no need for a shop-bought dip. In fact, it will likely be quicker to make it from store cupboard ingredients than go to the store.Â
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Cannellini Bean Dip
This simple appetiser, inspired by a visit to Italy, is quickly and easily prepared.
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Tuna and Cannellini Bean Dip
Entertaining is made easy with this delicious Tuna and Cannellini Bean Dip! Using pantry staples of canned tuna and white beans, this dip comes together in minutes with some delicious fresh ingredients added into the mix!
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Smoked Salmon Pate
Smoked Salmon Pate – a delicious dip made with very few ingredients! It will be a hit at your dinner parties.
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Butter Bean Dip
This smooth and creamy Butter Bean Dip takes just minutes to prepare. It makes for a great healthy snack, fast appetiser or condiment alongside your main meal. Adapt the flavours of this easy recipe to your own liking for a tasty savoury treat!
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Grilled Zucchini Hummus
This smooth and creamy Grilled Zucchini Hummus is a delicately flavoured, easy to prepare dip. A classic hummus recipe is made even more delicious with the addition of the slightly charred, smokey zucchini.
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Roasted Carrot Hummus
Packed full of flavour and nutrition, my Roasted Carrot Hummus is a twist on the classic favourite dip!
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The Best Baba Ganoush
One of the best things to make with eggplant is this Middle Eastern dip. It is smokiness which defines The Best Baba Ganoush. The charring of the eggplant infuses the dip which is smooth, creamy and full of complex flavours. Make it a day ahead if possible to allow the wonderful flavours to fully develop.
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Red Kidney Bean Dip
Easy dips like my Red Kidney Bean Dip are fantastic recipes to have in your repertoire. Not only do they take just minutes to prepare, they’re delicious. This dip is full of flavour and so satisfying.
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Easy Hummus
When you need a quickly prepared appetiser, this Easy Hummus recipe is a life saver. With just a few minutes’ work, you will have a nutritious, very tasty, smooth and creamy dip which will be suitable for many people with specific dietary requirements. Serve it plain or dress it up. Serve it with pita bread, crackers or vegetables.
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Mediterranean Bread Dipping Oil
This delicious Bread Dipping Oil with Mediterranean flavours takes minutes to prepare, and makes a fabulous appetiser! Serve with your favourite bread, some shavings of Parmesan cheese and a glass of wine!
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Whipped Ricotta with Tomatoes
Creamy Whipped Ricotta is flavoured with lemon and garlic and topped with a delicious fresh tomato and oregano salsa. This is an easy to make appetiser that takes just minutes to prepare, looks impressive and tastes incredible! Serve with homemade pita chips and enjoy this Whipped Ricotta with Tomatoes!
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Herbed Bread Dipping Oil
You will love this recipe for Herbed Bread Dipping Oil. It takes just minutes to prepare and is a fabulous appetiser. Seasoned olive oil is packed with the flavour of fresh herbs and garlic; you just need crusty bread to accompany it and you’re ready to go!
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Serving Suggestions:
When entertaining, I love to serve a selection of these Easy Homemade Dips. A mix of colourful dips on a plate looks fantastic and impressive!
Some of my favourite things to serve with my dips are:
- fresh, crusty bread or my Spelt or Gluten-Free Focaccia
- Mixed Seed Crackers
- carrot, celery and cucumber sticks
- Marinated Parmesan, Mozzarella or Feta
- crostini – ideal for bread that has been around for a few days!
- Homemade Pita Chips
- an antipasto platter of cured meats, olives, cheese and my Dill Pickled Cucumbers for a more substantial meal
- Baked Feta with Rosemary and Olives
- Soy Roasted Almonds, Spicy Roasted Almonds or Tamari Roasted Pepitas
- Air Fryer Carrot Fries or Potato Wedges
Other ways to use dips:
These Homemade Dips are fantastic utilised in other ways also.
Here are some ideas for you to try:
- add a little water to my Green Goddess or Avocado and Yoghurt Dip, and use as a salad dressing
- make bruschetta with my Cannellini or Red Kidney Bean Dip and top with shavings of Parmesan cheese.
- serve my Roasted Capsicum Pesto with roasted chicken or meatballs
- my Easy Hummus and Butter Bean Dip go so well with lamb!
- Whipped Feta is a delicious topping to crostini with fresh tomato and basil
- you will love my Caramelised Onion Dip with your homemade hamburger or steak sandwich!
One of the great things about a tasty dip is the sheer variety! There really is something for everyone. I hope you’ll enjoy this collection of Homemade Dip Recipes – let me know in the comments which one your favourite is.
Alex xx
Maria
I can say with confidence that the green goddess dip is the BEST I’ve ever tried, and I’ve tried a few from other websites but this is the one I keep coming back to! We dip carrot and celery sticks for a healthy snack. We’ve also tried your butter bean dip and whipped feta which are also so delicious! I’m planning on working my way through this list!
Alexandra
Hello Maria!
Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I am so pleased to hear that the green goddess dip was enjoyed! Look forward to hearing which dip you try next!
Amanda Marie
Wow, what a great list of dips. I love all of the hummus and can’t wait to try the tuna and whipped feta.
Alexandra
Thank you, Amanda Marie!
Kristina
I made the yogurt and mint dip for lamb burgers and it was great!
Alexandra
Thank you for sharing, Kristina!
Freya
What a fabulous selection: I have a dip for every occasion now! Thank you for sharing all these great recipes!
Alexandra
Thank you, Freya!