Chill & Dip: Irresistible Cold Dips to Keep You Cool and Craving More

Looking to level up your snack game or party platter without turning on the stove? Cold dips are the answer! Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, prepping a quick appetizer, or just craving something fresh and flavorful, these chilled creations are the ultimate crowd-pleasers.

From creamy classics like tzatziki and hummus to bold and zesty salsa or whipped feta with a twist, cold dips are versatile, easy to whip up, and packed with personality.

In this post, we’re diving into the coolest (literally) dip ideas that’ll keep your guests dipping and double-dipping all season long. So grab your chips, veggies, or pita – it’s time to chill out and dig in

Guacamole Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 3 ripe avocados
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Cut the avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.
2. Mash the avocados with a fork until smooth or leave some chunks for texture.
3. Add the chopped onion, diced tomatoes, minced garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Fold in chopped cilantro if desired.
5. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface to prevent browning until ready to serve.

Creamy Ranch Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
• 1 tablespoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise until smooth.
2. Add the dried dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
3. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
5. Serve chilled with chips, vegetable sticks, or crackers.

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Cold Buffalo Chicken Dip

Servings: 6-8

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, and Buffalo sauce. Mix well until fully combined.
2. Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
3. Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, celery sticks, or crackers. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Hummus

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt to taste
• Water as needed
• Paprika and olive oil for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, cumin, and salt.
2. Blend until smooth, adding water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl and drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika if desired.
5. Serve chilled with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or crackers.

Avocado Yoghurt Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, mash the avocado until smooth.
2. Add the Greek yogurt, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro.
5. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.

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Tzatsiki Sauce

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and drained
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for drizzling (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, and lemon juice.
2. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled, drizzled with olive oil if desired, alongside pita chips or fresh veggies.

Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, feta cheese, cream cheese, olive oil, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy. If the dip is too thick, add a little water or more olive oil to reach the desired consistency.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
5. Serve chilled with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Cilantro Lime Yoghurt Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, and cumin.
2. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks.

Dill Pickle Dip

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Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped dill pickles, sour cream, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill.
2. Mix until well combined and smooth.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Caramelised Onion and Goat Cheese Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 8 oz goat cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring frequently, until they are caramelized (about 20-25 minutes).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the caramelized onions, goat cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, and thyme. Mix until smooth.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Transfer to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
5. Serve chilled with crackers, pita chips, or vegetable sticks.

Creamy Blue Cheese Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped chives for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, mayonnaise, crumbled blue cheese, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
2. Mix until well combined and creamy.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables. Garnish with chopped chives if desired.

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Roasted Garlic and Herb Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 1 bulb garlic
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off the garlic bulb, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in foil. Roast for 30-35 minutes until soft.
2. Allow the garlic to cool slightly, then squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into a mixing bowl.
3. Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, chopped parsley, chives, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Cilantro Lime and Avocado Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, mash the avocados until smooth.
2. Add the Greek yogurt (or sour cream), lime juice, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks.

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Tomato Basil Bruschetta Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 2 cups diced tomatoes (Roma or vine-ripened)
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped basil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
3. Layer the cream cheese mixture at the bottom of a serving dish and top with the tomato mixture.
4. Serve chilled with chips, crackers, or crostini.

Spicy Feta and Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Servings: 4-6

Ingredients:

• 8 oz feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a food processor, combine the crumbled feta cheese, roasted red peppers, Greek yogurt, olive oil, red pepper flakes, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Transfer to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. Serve chilled with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

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