5 Homemade Herby Dips for Any Occasion

by Sally Thomas
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What’s an easier snack to whip up than a good dip? Served with chips, veggies, or whatever you like; add a couple of fresh herbs and you have a recipe for delicious guilt-free snacking. This list of recipes compiles some of our personal herb-filled favorites. Need a tasty dip for your next party? Want something to binge on while watching Netflix? Have a look at some of our favourite recipes below - we hope you’ll find something you love!

 

Green Chilli and Herb Hummus

A fresh take on the classic hummus with an added zing!
 
Image: Better Homes and Gardens

Ingredients

  • ½ Cup mint leaves
  • ½ Cup flat-leaf parsley leaves
  • 2 Green shallots, finely sliced
  • 1 Green chilli, seeded, finely sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ Cup hummus
  • Sea-salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper, to season

Get Instructions here

Credit: Better Homes and Gardens

 

Creamy Basil Dip

Basil is so versatile, we can’t get enough! This low-fat recipe is basil-packed, plus it’s super quick and simple to make. An easy favorite for kids and parents alike. 


Image: 9 Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 1 Bunch basil, leaves only
  • 300g low-fat fresh ricotta
  • 1 Garlic clove, roughly chopped
  • 2 Teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • Assorted vegetable pieces and crackers, to serve

Get instructions here

Credit: 9 Kitchen


Herby Aioli

This fresh new take on the classic aioli is perfect for loading up with any of your favourite herbs. A quick and tasty dip for all your snacking needs. 

Image: Tenina Holder

Ingredients

  • 1-2 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 Handful green leafy herbs of choice
  • 1 Teaspoon Yellow Mustard
  • 1 Pinch Pink Salt Flakes
  •  2 Egg Yolks
  •  15 Grams Vinegar White Wine
  •  300 Grams flavourless oil
  •  50 Grams Fresh Lemon Juice

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Credit: Tenina Holder


Mixed Herb Pesto

Nothing tops a fresh homemade pesto. This kitchen favourite is easy to whip up in any food processor. Eat with crackers or use it to take your pasta to the next level. 

Image: Eating Well

Ingredients

  • 1 Clove garlic, smashed and peeled
  • 2 Cups loosely packed tender herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, mint, cilantro, dill, chervil, cilantro and/or basil
  • ½ Cup nuts, such as walnuts, pecans or pine nuts
  • ½ Cup grated Parmesan cheese or other hard aged cheese
  • ½ Teaspoon salt
  • ½ Cup extra-virgin olive oil

Get instructions here

Credit: Eating Well


Yogurt and Herb Dip

For a low-fat greek flavour, try this yogurt dip loaded up with fresh herbs of your choice. Light and refreshing, and only 16 cals per serving!

 

Image: Delicious Magazine

Ingredients:

  • 3 Large bunches of soft fresh herbs (coriander, mint, basil, chives or parsley work well)
  • 500g fat-free Greek yogurt
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • Generous amount of salt and pepper

Get instructions here 

Credit: Delicious Magazine

 

Whipped Feta Dip with Garlic, Herbs, and Jalapeno

A treat for all chilli lovers: try this amazingly creamy spread with an added kick!

 

Image: Craving California

Instructions

  • 1 Cup parsley leaves and stems roughly chopped
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice + 1 tbsp zest
  • 1/4 Cup olive oil
  • 2 Cloves garlic
  • 1 Jalapeño stems and seeds removed
  • 16 oz feta cheese
  • 1/2 Cup cream cheese room temperature
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Get instructions here

Credit: Craving California

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