20 Easy Dips, Dressings and Vinaigrettes

In case you are looking for more ways to add flavors to your plate, here are twenty deliciously easy dips, salad dressings, and vinaigrettes to punctuate your snack or mealtime. None of these recipes require any cooking, and take only minutes to whip up. Enjoy!

1) Lemon Parsley Vinaigrette     

• 1 lemon, zest and juice
• 1/4 c apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1+ tsp honey
• 1/4 c parsley, minced
• 1  1/2 c olive oil
• salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

2) Creamy Chipotle-Lime Dressing

• 1 c sour cream, yogurt, or buttermilk
• zest and juice of one lime
• 1/2 c cider vinegar
• 1 tsp chipotle powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 c olive oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

3) Rosemary Garlic Hummus

• 2 cups Cannellini beans, cooked 
• 1 Lemon, zest and juice
• 4 cloves Roasted Garlic, or 2 tsp granulated
• 1/2 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1/2 cup Olive oil
• Salt, to taste
• 2 Tablespoons water, or as needed

Combine ingredients in a blender and pulse until the mixture is well blended and reaches a creamy consistency. Add water as needed; adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

4) Honey Dijon Dressing

• 2 1/2 Tbsp honey
• 2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 c Apple cider vinegar
• 1 1/2 c Olive oil
• Salt & Pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

5) Blue Cheese Dip

• 1 c blue cheese crumbles
• 1 c cream cheese, room temp
• ½ c half & half 
• ½ tsp Mustard powder
• pinch nutmeg
• salt and pepper, to taste

Combine ingredients in a blender and pulse until the mixture is well blended and reaches a creamy consistency. Add water as needed; adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

6) Tomato, Olive, & Citrus Tapenade

• Roma tomatoes, small diced, 2 cups
• Kalamata Olives, minced, 1 1/2 cup
• Shallot, minced, 1/2 cup
• Olive oil, 1/4 cup
• Fresh oregano, 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Fresh basil, 2 tsp, chopped
• Fresh Navel orange, juice & zest
• S & P, to taste

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix well and season to taste. Refrigerate up to a week.

7) Spicy Curry Vinaigrette

• 2+ tsp curry powder blend
• 1/2 c cider vinegar
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger or 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1 pinch chili flakes
• 1 1/2 c olive oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended. You can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

8) Smoked Salmon Dip

• 1 smoked salmon filet, 4 oz
• 1/2 c cream cheese
• 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream
• 2 lemons, zest and juice
• 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
• salt & pepper, to taste

Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

9) Tangy Yogurt Poppyseed Dressing

• 1 c plain yogurt (or canned coconut milk for dairy-free version)
• 1 Tbsp honey, or to taste
• 1/2 c olive oil
• 1/2 c apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• Salt & Pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

10) Herb Tomato Vinaigrette

• 2 Tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 c apple cider vinegar
• 1 clove fresh garlic
• 1 tsp herb blend (like thyme, parsley, rosemary, sage, oregano – or use an Italian herb blend)
• 1 1/2 c olive oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

11) Creamy Herb Dressing

• 1 cup sour cream (or full-fat coconut milk for dairy-free)
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/3 c Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp granulated onion
• 1 tsp dried tarragon
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 1 tsp fresh parsley, minced
• Salt & Pepper, to taste
• 1/2 c Olive oil

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

12) Whipped Beer Cheese Dip

• 1 package (8 ounce each) cream cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup beer (a lager or medium-bodied beer works well)
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Colby Jack cheese
• Pinch ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Pinch of cayenne pepper

Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency; add milk or water as needed. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week. Serve warm or cold.

13) Garden Caper Salsa

• 4 Roma tomatoes, small diced
• 1 red bell pepper, small diced
• 1 shallot, minced
• 1 rib celery, small diced
• 1 zucchini, small diced
• 1 carrot, shredded or small diced
• 1 lemon, juice and zest
• 1/2+ cup capers
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix well and season to taste. Refrigerate up to a week.

14) Ginger Peanut Sauce

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

16) Creamy Sesame Soy Dressing

• 2 Tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 2 cups mayonnaise, any kind
• 2 Tablespoons cilantro, minced
• 1-2 limes, zest and juice
• 2 teaspoons chili flakes or hot sauce
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

17) Bacon Cider Vinaigrette

• 2 slices crisp bacon, minced
• 1/3 c cider vinegar
• 1/2 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 c olive oil
• 2 tsp honey
• 1 tsp tarragon
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

18) Coconut Curry Sauce

• 1 can full-fat coconut milk
• 2+ tsp curry powder blend
• 1 lime, zest and juice
• 1 tsp fresh grated ginger or 1/2 tsp ginger powder
• 1 Tbsp honey
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

19) Ginger Soy Vinaigrette

• ½ cup tamari
• ½ cup cider vinegar
• 2 limes, zest and juice
• 1 Tablespoon ginger, fresh grated
• 2 cups olive oil
• 1 tsp palm or regular sugar

Whisk ingredients together in a mixing bowl until well blended; you can also shake ingredients in a mason jar or use a blender for a creamier consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.

20) Parmesan Artichoke Dip

• 1 cup artichoke hearts, rough-chopped
• 1/2 c cream cheese, softened
• 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise or sour cream
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemons, zest and juice
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasonings
• 1 C Parmesan cheese, grated or shredded
• Salt & pepper, to taste

Combine all ingredients in a blender and pulse until the mixture reaches a creamy consistency. Adjust seasonings and refrigerate up to a week.