25 Summer Dip Recipes That Start Any Meal Off Right
Summer produce is the best produce, and we're always looking for new ways to use our farmers' market finds. Fresh tomatoes, corn, seafood, and more star in these tasty summer dip recipes. You'll never go back to store-bought once you try our homemade sweet onion dip, and if your salsa needs an upgrade, we can't wait for you to try our smoked version. We freshened up old-school crab dip and gave hummus a Southern twist with our version that uses fresh summer field peas. The kids will love our Austin diner-style queso, while the adults will appreciate our lighter Eggplant-Yogurt dip. Whether you need an afternoon snack or a pre-dinner appetizer, turn to these summer dip recipes, and you won't be disappointed. Celebrate the season of al-fresco dining with these fresh and delicious summer dips.
Smoked Tomato Salsa
Recipe: Smoked Tomato Salsa
There are countless ways to use summer's finest fresh tomatoes, and this smoky dip is a new favorite.
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Corn and Jalapeño Dip
Recipe: Corn and Jalapeño Dip
This flavorful corn dip is made right in the slow cooker so you don't have to worry about keeping it warm all night.
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Smoky Field Pea Hummus
Recipe: Smoky Field Pea Hummus
Smoked ham hocks deepen the flavor of many Southern dishes, including this summery dip.
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Hot Crab-and-Artichoke Dip
Recipe: Hot Crab-and-Artichoke Dip
This creamy crab dip includes Southern-favorite Old Bay seasoning plus two kinds of cheese.
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Crunchy Summer Salsa
Recipe: Crunchy Summer Salsa
Fresh peaches and crunchy diced cucumber meet in this refreshing salsa recipe.
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Homemade Onion Dip
Recipe: Homemade Onion Dip
Instead of grabbing a container of it at the grocery store, make your own flavorful, addicting onion dip.
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Texas Caviar
Recipe: Texas Caviar
The best thing about this popular dip? It's actually secretly healthy (don't tell the kids).
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Creamy Feta-and-Herb Dip
Recipe: Creamy Feta-and-Herb Dip
If it's too hot outside for a warm baked dip, try this cool, tangy dip that's delicious with crunchy crudités.
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Crawfish Dip
Recipe: Crawfish Dip
This fresh seafood dip is the ideal way to get a summer party started.
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Bacon-Pimiento Guacamole
Recipe: Bacon-Pimiento Guacamole
We made classic guacamole even better by adding bacon, of course.
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Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Recipe: Black Bean and Corn Salsa
Use fresh summer corn from the farmers' market as the base of this fresh and flavorful dip.
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Eggplant-Yogurt Dip
Recipe: Eggplant-Yogurt Dip
This twist on classic baba ganoush starts with fresh eggplant from the farmers' market.
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Creamy Crab Dip
Recipe: Creamy Crab Dip
We revisited your favorite vintage crab dip recipe with a fresh upgrade.
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Artichoke and Crabmeat Dip
Recipe: Artichoke and Crabmeat Dip
Spinach and artichoke has met its match with artichoke and crabmeat, and once you try it, you may never go back.
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Homemade Salsa for Canning
Recipe: Homemade Salsa for Canning
Put up summer's best and give some to your neighbor with this fresh recipe.
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Southwest Black-Eyed Pea Dip
Recipe: Southwest Black-Eyed Pea Dip
We took the ingredients of Texas Caviar and turned them into a warm dip that's delicious with a crunchy corn chip.
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Creamy Crab Dip with Peppadews
Recipe: Creamy Crab Dip with Peppadews
This decadent dip is the ultimate crowd pleaser.
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Succotash Salsa
Recipe: Succotash Salsa
Succotash is the side dish famous for showing off summer's best, and we turned it into an even more delicious dip.
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Austin Diner-Style Queso
Recipe: Austin Diner-Style Queso
Bring your favorite Tex-Mex joint into your kitchen with this melty, cheesy recipe.
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Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Hummus
Recipe: Smoky Black-Eyed Pea Hummus
This Southern spin on classic hummus is delicious with fresh veggies and pita chips.
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Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips
Recipe: Creamy Shrimp Dip with Crispy Wonton Chips
Seafood is a summertime staple, and this tasty dip showcases it in a fun way.
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Cast-Iron Salsa
Recipe: Cast-Iron Salsa
We'll take any excuse to use our cast-iron skillet, and it gives classic salsa a smoky upgrade.
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Sweet Onion and Bacon Dip
Recipe: Sweet Onion and Bacon Dip
Georgia's sweet Vidalia onions shine in this dip that will be gone in minutes.
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Guacamole with Jicama
Recipe: Guacamole with Jicama
You're going to love San Antonio chef Johnny Hernandez's bright guacamole recipe.
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Tomato and Feta Dip
Recipe: Tomato and Feta Dip
This recipe goes above and beyond your usual chip-and-dip combo with warm breadsticks.