32 Summer Dip Recipes You'll Want to Make on Repeat

When it comes to summer appetizers, you can never go wrong with chips and dip. From salsa to hummus, there are recipes to complement any party. While we’ve covered extravagant layer dips before, these recipes keep things simple and approachable. For example, this Creamy Avocado Dip is a light, tangy alternative to guacamole and takes just five minutes to whip up. The avocado and sour cream combo is super smooth, and Parmesan and lime juice give acidity and depth. Serve it with tortilla chips or veggies, or on the side with grilled chicken or steak.

Greek yogurt’s thicker texture eliminates the need to drain yogurt in cheesecloth as most commonly seen in tzatziki recipes. Wringing out the moisture from your cucumber ensures that the tzatziki stays thick and creamy. We chose fresh dill and mint over dried to provide the brightest flavor possible.

Sliced onions cook slowly until deeply caramelized, then get folded into a creamy base of cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise with a hint of cayenne. It beats the jarred stuff by a mile and pairs well with chips or crudités at a casual gathering.

Valerie gives salty feta a nice, spicy kick by mixing chile paste and garlic into it. Roasted red pepper rounds the flavor out, adding just a touch of subtle natural sweetness.

A quick-and-simple dip for crudites is a must at any summer get-together. This one comes together with just a handful of ingredients: tangy sour cream, some spices from your pantry, a touch of lemon and fresh herbs. Easy!

Diced salami, ham, prosciutto, turkey and provolone get tossed with chopped onion, lettuce, tomato and pepperoncini in a mayo dressing seasoned with oregano and red pepper flakes. It's served inside a hollowed-out loaf of bread, with extra rolls for scooping.

Bring two crowd-pleasing favorites (guacamole and ranch dressing) together in this creamy dip for crunchy pita chips.

Caramelized onions might seem like they're better suited for fall, but trust us — this savory chip dip is unbelievably delicious with crunchy summer veggies.

Make Alton's chunky salsa the day before a party so its flavors can meld together in the fridge.

This green dip is tangy and spicy and great with grilled flat bread or cut-up vegetables for dipping.

Fire up the grill for this bright Mexican salsa packed with tomatillo, onion, cilantro and smoky chipotle.

The key to great tzatziki? Make sure you drain all the excess liquid off the grated cucumber before adding it to your yogurt. This guarantees a dip that's lusciously thick and cream — and full of flavor.

Once you make your own hummus you’ll never go back to store-bought again! Molly shows you how to whip up a batch of this creamy dip with just a few, simple ingredients.

Roasting garlic mellows its flavor, making it milder and much sweeter — the perfect complement to the savory pancetta and tangy cream cheese in this dip.

Dill, garlic and lemon give this hummus a Scandinavian flair. It's made from dried chickpeas, rather than canned, which turns the texture super-creamy, and a dollop of yogurt lightens it up.

Use prepared pesto in this buttermilk ranch-style dip for bold basil flavor in a matter of minutes.

Alton Brown ensures his spices mesh evenly with avocado pulp using a potato masher, leaving the satisfying chunky factor to diced fresh tomatoes and onions.

Did you know you can use your box grater for more than just grating cheese? Put several of its sides to work to make salsa from start to finish in just 10 minutes. Place the box grater directly over a large bowl and you don't even need to get a cutting board dirty.

If you love Mediterranean flavors, then this layered dip is for you. Inspired by Greek cooking, this crowd-pleasing starter features Baba Ghanoush, Tzatziki and an olive-and-pepper dip. Crumbled feta and tomatoes are the perfect finishing touch.

Zucchini are bountiful during the warmer months. Why not put them to good use by turning them into a cool, creamy dip that's perfect for cookouts?

This bright green dip is every bit as flavorful as you’d expect. Chock-full of fresh herbs, citrus, nutty tahini and salty crumbled feta is the bold accompaniment your summer crudités deserve.

This simple salsa makes a sweet-and-fruity dip for chips — or topping for grilled chicken or fish.

Gina's dip has all the creamy, cheesy goodness of classic spinach dip, but with a bit of a kick from a can of diced green chiles.