16 Easy Vegetable Dip Recipes
These 16 healthy vegan dip recipes are perfect for any occasion. In addition to being served with crackers, chips, and veggies, these delicious dips can also serve as spreads for sandwiches, wraps, and burgers. Whether you’re looking for a creamy, savory, or spicy option, these dips will satisfy your cravings in a wholesome and guilt-free way.
Vegetable Dips are great for game day or to take to parties so you can make sure there is something healthy to eat. At the same time, you get to share a tasty treat with friends and family!
We have so many healthy snack options on this website like our party-ready dairy-free cheese ball, these veggie sandwich vegan pinwheels, and my homemade oil-free potato chips.
What is veggie dip made of?
The delicious dips on this list are made with low-fat healthy ingredients like dairy-free mayonnaise, vegan sour cream, herbs, and seasonings.
Many like Italian Hummus and Black Bean Dip include beans. Others like Spinach Artichoke Dip and Blender Salsa use fresh ingredients such as spinach and tomatoes.
Vegetable dips made with beans
One thing that makes a healthy dip really creamy and filling is when it is made with beans. Beans are loaded with fiber and, when blended, give a fabulous creamy texture to veggie dips. These are some of the great bean dips included in our list.
Dipper options
Believe it or not, dips are often one of the easiest things to transition into a plant-based diet. They are so delicious and can be paired with other healthy foods and even salads. My favorite chips for dipping are these healthy oil-free tortilla chips and my oil-free potato chips. Here are some more of our favorite healthy dipper ideas.
- Baby carrots
- Celery sticks
- Cucumber slices
- Broccoli florets
- Mary’s Gone Crackers- Oil-Free
- Crusty sourdough bread chunks
Frequently Asked Questions
In addition to raw vegetables, you can pair veggie dips with whole-grain crackers, baked pita chips, or toasted whole-grain bread slices. For a unique twist, try using roasted sweet potato wedges or rice cakes as healthy dippers.
To achieve a creamy texture without dairy, you can use ingredients like avocado, tahini, or soaked cashews. Blending these with a splash of plant-based milk or water creates a smooth and rich consistency that’s perfect for dipping.
You can enhance the flavor of veggie dips with fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, or dill, and spices such as garlic powder, cumin, or paprika. Adding a splash of lemon or lime juice can also brighten the flavors without adding calories.
Yes, most veggie dips can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. This makes them a convenient option for meal prepping or hosting, allowing flavors to meld together for an even tastier dip.
The Bottom Line
In summary, these healthy vegan dip recipes offer a delicious and nutritious way to enjoy plant-based snacking, perfect for any occasion. Made with wholesome ingredients like nuts, seeds, beans, and fresh vegetables, they offer a nutritious and flavorful alternative to traditional dips.
Whether you’re hosting a party or enjoying a solo snack, these dips are sure to elevate your experience while keeping it light and healthy.
Vegetable Dip Recipes
In addition to being served with crackers, chips, and veggies, these delicious Vegetable Dip Recipes can also serve as spreads for sandwiches, wraps, and burgers. They are easy to make and absolutely delicious! Click on each of the photos, recipe titles, or 'Get Recipe' buttons to see full recipes with ingredients, measurements, instructions, and a print button.
This French Onion Vegan Dip is not only dairy-free but also low-fat and delicious. Caramelized onions are what give this dip the sweetest flavor. Great with chips, crusty bread, or crispy veggies.
Homemade Vegan Ranch is SO much better than anything you could ever buy, and it’s tremendously better for you!
This Blender Salsa Recipe is so simple to make, and it’s much better than the store-bought. All you need is a blender and a few ingredients like tomatoes, garlic, onions, cilantro, peppers, and spices.
This Creamy Peanut Sauce can be served as a dipping sauce for spring rolls, stir fry sauce, or over rice dishes. With no cooking required, it’s ready in 10-minutes flat!
This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip is sure to be a hit at any pot-luck or game night! The recipe is so versatile, it can be made with white beans or cashews.
One of the best things about this vegan cheese sauce is that it can be made with either cashews or white beans for those avoiding nuts. Better yet, do a combination of both to reduce the fat but maintain the creamy rich texture. It is perfect for dipping and drizzling!
This smoky, savory, and creamy Vegan Chipotle Sauce recipe is the perfect match for black bean burgers, veggie hoagies, sandwiches, baked fries, baked blooming onions, and so much more!
This low-fat Italian Vegan Hummus is delicious on sandwiches, in wraps, or served with fresh vegetables and pita bread. It’s completely oil and tahini-free, so the calories and fat per serving are very low.
This Vegan Spinach Dip recipe can be made in minutes and used as a dip with fresh vegetables or served on crusty bread or crackers.
This oil-free vegan Roasted Red Pepper Hummus recipe requires only a handful of ingredients and a few minutes to make. If you have 10 minutes and a blender or food processor, you’ve got a delicious healthy snack.
This easy Vegan Hummus takes only about 10-minutes to make and requires absolutely no cooking. It also happens to be completely gluten-free.
Chickpea Avocado Salad is by far my favorite vegan sandwich of all time. Something about the flavors of lime, avocado, and cilantro just thrill my taste buds.
If you have 10-minutes and a blender, you’ve got a crazy delish easy Vegan Black Bean Dip!
I was skeptical about dairy-free sour cream because I had always loved the dairy version, but this tofu Vegan Sour Cream recipe is surprisingly delicious! Creamy and tangy wonderfulness!
This luscious vegan White Bean Sun-Dried Tomato Dip uses no added oil and only healthy whole food ingredients like white beans, sun-dried tomatoes, rosemary, and other spices.
This Chocolate Hummus is SO easy to make. If you’ve got 5-minutes and a blender, you’ve got a delicious healthy vegan dessert.
A blender and about 15-minutes are all it takes to make this Easy Bean Dip Recipe. It’s great served with cut veggies or baked tortilla chips. Check out our cooking demo video of this recipe.
I have more healthy snacking options in this list of 30 Vegan Appetizers, that should be checked out as well.
About Terri Edwards
Hi guys! I am the content creator behind EatPlant-Based and a licensed Food for Life instructor with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. I am passionate about sharing healthy recipes and tips to empower others to get healthy. I’m so glad you’re here! Read More…
These look great!
Hi Heidi- Thank you, and I hope you’ll find some new favorites!