Published By: Vallari Apte

Easy dips to go with your party snacks

Dips are the basic dish to serve, yet an underdog at any gathering. They are gobbed up fast and are demanded even faster. So, here are a few dips that are super quick and easy to make. Whether it’s a housewarming party or just a small get-together with friends. These simple yet delicious dips are here to impress your guests.

Red Salsa- the basic dip

Homemade salsa is the easiest to make than any other dip! Once you try this version, you won’t go back to the packaged one. You only need to chop some tomatoes, chillies (preferably jalapenos), coriander and mix them with salt, pepper, and maybe hot sauce if you and your guests prefer that extra kick. Serve this with a lot of chips and nachos, and you’re good to go!

Pizza dip- Best of both worlds

This gooey, cheesy dip is the ultimate comfort snack you can have at a party. There is nothing you would not like about it. Dipping into layers of cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella, and tomato sauce is like biting into a slice of your classic pizza in snacks form. To really bring out the dip’s flavour, add some garlic, oregano, and chilly flakes to it.

Yellow split pea dip- revamp the Indian ingredients

Have you ever thought of making a dip from chana dal? Well, you now can easily make one. This easy dip is made with cooked yellow lentils and turmeric for a gorgeous golden hue that stands out on the grazing table. Pita chips or even normal pita bread really goes well with this dip.

Spinach Yogurt dip for the diet-conscious

This Iranian-inspired dip combines plain yoghurt with spinach and mint for a tangy, fresh option at the snack table. Add the spinach to sauteed garlic and onions, let it cook for a minute and add yoghurt, seasonings, and lemon juice.Simply blend them together for a healthy-ish dip. It instantly becomes the hero of the party when served with pita bread and chips.

Fruit Dip for the sweet tooth

Fruits are the underdogs of a party. But this fruit dip is here to amp them up and change it. So don’t forget your friends with a sweet tooth- this cream cheese and marshmallow dip is a great way to munch on cut fruits as snacks or drizzle it on your decadent desserts.

There are several dips that you can experiment with, with the addition of a lot more ingredients and even layers to them.