Looking for a nourishing snack to satisfy those mid-afternoon hunger pangs? A delicious dip made from a handful of veg and store-cupboard staples, like tinned chickpeas or beans, paired with crunchy crackers or crudités, is one of our go-to combinations. Plus, they’re a simple way to up your weekly plant intake.
Even if you’re only preparing it for a quick snack or pre-dinner appetiser, we recommend whipping up the full batch (or even double) in one-go, as these dips also elevate any breakfast spread on fresh sourdough, and are a great addition to a simple lunchtime salad. Opt for a chickpea or bean-based dip to get in a boost of protein, and feel free to get creative with extra toppings – we love topping our hummus with pesto or pan-fried tomatoes for added flavour. For something a little creamier, a citrusy guacamole is always a favourite, but we also love dips made with flavour-packed roasted veg like peppers and aubergine.
P.S. If you’re making a dip as part of a hosting spread, be sure to top your bowl with fresh herbs, seeds, and a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. It transforms a quick and easy dip into something a little more special!
This green goddess hummus, made with bright fresh herbs, is the perfect summertime dip — special enough to make for friends, but simple and easy for everyday. We love to serve it on a grazing board with lots of fresh veggies, or use it in wraps, sandwiches and salads.
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This dip is a great snack or side dish for any salad or main course. The blended sweet potato creates a delicious creamy texture, with the harissa paste adding a kick of spice.
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Everyone loves guacamole and we only want you to have the best! You can’t beat this combination of ripe avocados smashed with sweet red onion, fresh coriander, red chillies, lime juice and salt. I often make this for friends as a pre-dinner snack and it always goes down a storm.
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We’ve given our simple hummus a bit of an update here to make it even more delicious for you. I make this every week, it’s a great thing to have in the fridge as it’s so versatile. I love dipping crunchy vegetables into it, spreading it onto open faced rye sandwiches, dolloping it on top of lunch bowls or using it as a side with a lunch time salad. If you make a big batch, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for about five days.
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This dip works beautifully served with an array of dishes, but I’d advise making extra so that you can enjoy more of it throughout the week. It’s delicious spread on rye toast, as a dip for some carrot sticks or simply eaten with a spoon, which seems to be what I tend to do most of the time.
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I'm so excited to share this delicious recipe with you. It's such an amazing dip, made creamy by roasted aubergines and tahini. The pomegranate molasses also gives it the perfect amount of sweetness.
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Showcase beetroot at its best with this creamy, vibrant hummus. A great twist on the traditional dip, it's packed with flavour and ready in just 10 minutes.
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This dip is bursting full of delicious, fresh flavour and the colour is stunning! The edamame, broad beans and peas go together so well, with the nut butter and miso bringing it all together so well.
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Colourful, creamy and packed full of flavour. This is our favourite dip to enjoy with crunchy crackers or a side of salad. It's so simple to make and only uses a handful of ingredients. We use roasted red peppers from a jar to make it really quick but you can also roast your own red peppers in the oven.
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This spicy dip is a real crowd pleaser, we love to serve it with a big bowl of crunchy tortilla chips. The roasted sweetcorn balances the flavour from the spicy Jalapeños, while the roasted garlic and butter beans create a creamy, delicious texture. We love to serve this with diced red onion sprinkled on top for an added crunch, but it also tastes delicious without.
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We love this fresh and simple cannellini bean hummus swirled with a fresh and bright green pesto. Served with fresh veggies, chips or seeded crackers we think the gorgeous marbled effect of this one makes it perfect for a party.
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We made this hummus at an event and it was so popular. You can use frozen peas, which make it so much easier, plus the green colour is amazing. We love to drizzle ours with a little lemon juice and olive oil before serving.
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This is pretty much the easiest recipe of all time. Two minutes, two ingredients, and a pinch of salt. It may sound ridiculously simple, but don’t bypass it, because the creaminess is brilliant and there’s something amazing about it - it’s been a staple in my life for years.
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This indulgent dip made with creamy cashews and crispy fried shallots is brightened up with plenty of fresh dill and parsley. This one is super special and perfect for entertaining. We love it served with crackers, chips or fresh veggies.
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Our caramelised toasted almond crunch turns this romesco sauce into a showstopper, perfect for entertaining. We love it served with fresh veggies or seeded crackers.
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