From loaded queso to creamy guacamole, these are the dips your tortilla chips are begging to be dipped in.
31 Dips Made for Tortilla Chips
Updated on Sep. 16, 2024
1/31
Zucchini Pico de Gallo Salsa
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I love veggies and fresh ingredients this time of year. I make big bowls of this salsa, which we eat with tortilla chips in the summer when tomatoes are bountiful. My kids love it, though I leave out the jalapeno when making it for them. —Amy Gattuso, Madison Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 10 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 68mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: free food.
2/31
Quick Taco Dip
Total Time
10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quick taco dip from Rhonda Biancardi of Blaine, Minnesota is a definite family favorite. In fact, she says, “This recipe has been made more times than I can count! It just looks very colorful to a table, and it never lasts long.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 232 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
3/31
Nacho Dip
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This zesty nacho dip is great for any get-together and allows me to spend more time with my guests. I always have requests to bring it when my husband and I attend parties. —Sally Hull, Homestead, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 143 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 484mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.
4/31
Garden Salsa
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This garden salsa recipe combines ripe ingredients and subtle seasonings to make a real summer treat. —Michelle Beran, Caflin, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 8 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 31mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Free food.
5/31
Queso Fundido
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Dig in to this one-skillet dip and enjoy the gooey cheese and the spicy kicks from chorizo and pepper jack. —Julie Merriman, Seattle, Washington. Enjoy the dip with these easy tortilla snacks.
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 161 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 38mg cholesterol, 365mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein.
6/31
Pico de Gallo
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy pico de gallo recipe is a classic for good reason. It pairs with just about everything! My tip is to let it chill for an hour or two before serving to help the flavors blend. Also, it’s best to serve it the same day that it’s made. —Jeannie Trudell, Del Norte, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 14 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: free food.
7/31
Habanero and Mango Guacamole
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For the ultimate sweet-spicy combo, pair mango guacamole with fresh habanero chili peppers. Depending on your preferences, you can control the guac’s heat with the number of pepper seeds you use. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 150 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 6g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fat, 1 starch.
8/31
Zesty Nacho Dip
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
To increase this hearty dip’s zip, use another can of chilies and Mexican-style stewed tomatoes and processed cheese. You could also keep it warm in a slow cooker or fondue pot. It’s tasty served over a baked potato, too. —Denise Hill, Ottawa Lake, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 144 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 37mg cholesterol, 436mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
9/31
Cowboy Beef Dip
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings (3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
In a foods class, a group of us developed this recipe for the North Dakota's annual Beef Bash. We won the contest!—Jessica Klym, Killdeer, North Dakota
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 336mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
10/31
Grilled Guacamole
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you’re a guacamole lover, try this fun grilled version that has a smoky flavor. The veggies tend to darken a bit when heated, so stir it gently to prevent further discoloration. —Lindsay Sprunk, Noblesville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 85 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 152mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat.
11/31
Guacamole
Total Time
10 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of our favorite spicy snack food recipes, and it’s quick and easy to prepare when friends drop by on short notice. It also makes a great side dish for a complete southwestern-style meal. Mild or sweet peppers can be substituted for the chiles for those who like their guacamole a little less spicy. —Anne Tipps, Duncanville, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 29 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 5mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
12/31
Slow-Cooker Cheese Dip
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
32 servings (2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I brought this slightly spicy cheese dip to a gathering with friends and it was a huge hit. The spicy pork sausage gives the dip plenty of zip! —Marion Bartone, Conneaut, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 139 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 486mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
13/31
Simple Guacamole
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Because avocados can brown quickly, it’s best to make this guacamole just before serving. If you have to make it a little in advance, place the avocado pits in the guacamole until ready to serve. —Heidi Main, Anchorage, AK
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 53 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 51mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.
14/31
Hot Chili Dip
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
about 2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
“I first made this zippy dip for my husband’s birthday party,” recalls Nikki Rosati of Franksville, Wisconsin. “So many people asked for the recipe that I photocopied it to pass out.”
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 114 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
15/31
Cheeseburger Dip
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
16 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
This fun dip recipe uses ingredients that I always have in the fridge, so it's easy to throw together on short notice. —Cindi DeClue, Anchorage, Alaska
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 157 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 225mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
16/31
Vegetarian Buffalo Dip
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend made Buffalo chicken dip and that got me thinking about creating a vegetarian dip with the same flavors. This addictive dip is so amazing, no one will miss the meat. —Amanda Silvers, Old Fort, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 113 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 526mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
17/31
Fresh Corn & Avocado Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I alter my sister's recipe by adding a finely chopped jalapeno pepper for a little heat. This tasty dip can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until serving. —Pat Roberts, Thornton, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup (calculated without chips): 52 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 4mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
18/31
Taco Joe Dip
Total Time
5 hours 5 min
Servings
about 7 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
My daughter was the first to try this recipe. She thought it was so good she passed it on to me. My husband and I think it’s terrific. Because it’s made in a slow cooker, it’s perfect for parties or busy days. —Lang Secrest, Sierra Vista, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 49 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.
19/31
Ground Beef Taco Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What's a football party without taco dip? This version made with spicy ground beef and fresh toppings does not disappoint the die-hards. It is full of classic flavors and is a little extra filling for game day appetites. —Errika Perry, Green Bay, WI
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.
20/31
Mango Pineapple Salsa
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2-2/3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
This fruit salsa served with tortilla chips is great for summer barbecues. It can also be served alongside fish and chicken entrees. —Mary Gloede, Lakewood, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 25 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 2mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 0 protein.
21/31
Refried Bean Dip
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
4-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
My friends and neighbors expect me to bring this irresistible dip to every gathering. When I arrive, they ask, "You brought your bean dip, didn't you?" If there are any leftovers, we use them to make bean and cheese burritos the next day. —Wendi Wavrin Law, Omaha, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 55 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 151mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
22/31
Chile con Queso
Total Time
20 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Years ago, my husband invented this gooey cheese dip. I may be biased, but I have to say it's excellent. If you like heat, rev it up with finely chopped jalapenos. —Patricia Leinheiser, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 103 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 5g protein.
23/31
Three-Pepper Guacamole
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If you're serious about guacamole, use a molcajete. The lava stone makes a big difference on the pepper paste and is fun for guests. — Laura Levy, Lyons, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup (calculated without chips): 76 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 82mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 3g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat.
24/31
Mexican Fondue
Total Time
1 hour 45 min
Servings
4-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
A handful of items and a few moments of prep work are all you'll need for this festive fondue. Not only does it take advantage of canned goods and other convenience items, but the slow cooker does all the work. —Nella Parker, Hersey, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 105 calories, 6g fat (4g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 421mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
25/31
Jalapeno Popper Dip
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a fantastic way to deliver all that blazing jalapeno popper taste without the work. Whenever I bring this jalapeno popper dip to a party, I'm always asked for the recipe. Serve with corn chips, tortilla chips or butter crackers. —Jennifer Wilke, Collinsville, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 238 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 323mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
26/31
Spicy Honey Sriracha Game-Day Dip
Total Time
3 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings (3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
You can easily whip up this creamy, spicy, salty dip. For parties, I love dips in the slow cooker—just turn it to low once the dip is cooked and let your guests help themselves. No need to worry about the dip getting cold and having to reheat it. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 168 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 243mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.
27/31
Chili Queso Dip
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
40 servings (2-1/2 quarts)
From the Recipe Creator:
I’ve had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it from time to time. This is an easy party favorite, and everyone loves the taquito dippers. —Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip: 147 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 473mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
28/31
Peachy Jalapeno Guacamole
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh jalapenos and summer-ripe peaches give this creamy guacamole so much flavor. It's got a little kick, but I love that it's not so spicy it burns off my taste buds! —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 90 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 164mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fat, 1/2 starch.
29/31
Nacho Cheese Dip
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
With jobs, school and sport activities, evening is our time for family fun. We munch on this zippy dip while visiting or watching a movie. —Dawn Taylor, Milton, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 75 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
30/31
Tex-Mex Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sit back and relax with your family while enjoying this creamy dip. Colorful and festive, it's easy to put together ahead of time, which makes it perfect for game day. — Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2 tablespoons: 360 calories, 30g fat (11g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 878mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein.
31/31
Slow-Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
Total Time
2 hours 20 min
Servings
6 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like spice, you'll love this dip. It's super cheesy and full of rich flavor, and it really has that Buffalo wing taste! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup dip (calculated without chips): 167 calories, 14g fat (8g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 348mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein.
