12 No-Cook Party Dips to Bring to Every Summer Cookout
Entertain without breaking a sweat.
It’s just not a proper gathering without a few party dips! And come summertime, there are endless reasons to get together. Honestly, all you need is nice weather to have an excuse to invite a few friends over for a cookout. But of course, in the summer, the last thing you want to do is stand in a kitchen over a hot stove to make something. And that’s where these no-cook summer dips come in! They’re easy to throw together in just minutes, and you don’t have to jack up the air conditioning.
You’ll find plenty of tried-and-true summer dips that make the most out of fresh veggies and herbs like pico de gallo, and its party-friendly friend, guacamole. There are going to be chips anyway, so might as well make dips to go with them, right? Or slice up some summer veggies to serve with quick three-ingredient dips like buffalo dip or pesto feta dip. Yes, that’s right: Just three ingredients! Talk about easy peasy.
Most of these dips require little more than a whirl in the food processor or a few chopped veggies. Not only are you avoiding the hassle of cooking the dip, but that also means you don’t have to worry about keeping it warm and melty. There’s too much fun to be had outside for that. So take a scroll through and pick one (or two or three!) of these no-cook party dips to make this summer. They are (quite literally) no sweat to whip up and serve!
Best-Ever Guacamole
It doesn’t matter what else you’re serving because you can't go wrong with guac and chips. This version is the right balance of creamy and chunky with a hint of spice from jalapeños.
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Pico de Gallo
Take advantage of all the summer freshness. Here’s Ree’s secret: “The tomatoes are only one part of the finished product. The jalapeños, the cilantro, the onions—they require equal billing.”
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3-Ingredient Buffalo Dip
How is this only three ingredients? Easy, you just buy pre-made chicken salad and then toss it with some hot sauce and crumbled blue cheese. Serve with celery and carrots or chips.
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Cowboy Caviar
Go beyond your basic salsa with this colorful twist! It’s a fresh, chunky dip full of black-eyed peas, black beans, bell pepper, onion, tomato, and jalapeño for a kick of heat. It’s a sturdy mix that can hold up for hours, too.
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Dill Dip
Make those summer veggies even more enticing with a creamy herb dip. Mayo and sour cream are the base, which is then jazzed up with some pickle juice and both dried and fresh herbs.
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Pimento Cheese
Pimento cheese is a no-brainer, especially in the South. But even if you don't live there, you should make this addictive dip and gain more friends. The hardest part is waiting for it to chill before digging in.
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Pesto Feta Dip
Here’s another three-ingredient miracle dip that will come together in just five minutes. It’s simply feta, Greek yogurt, and pesto whipped together to form a cool, creamy dip.
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Green Goddess Chicken Salad Dip
The best part about this dip is that while it's creamy and luscious, it's also loaded with green vegetables and rotisserie chicken. It’s equal parts dip and meal in one!
Taco Dip
Let a taco seasoning packet do all the heavy lifting for you. It’s mixed with cream cheese, sour cream, chopped pickled jalapeños, and lime. Once the mixture is ready, the topping options are endless.
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Creamy Whipped Feta Dip
You’re five minutes away from tangy goodness. Whiz up feta, cream cheese, garlic, olive oil, and lemon in a food processor. Then serve with a drizzle of honey and sprinkle of fresh mint.
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Restaurant-Style Salsa
Why buy the jarred kind when it’s easy to whip up a more flavorful version in your own kitchen? All you need is a few chopped veggies and a trusty can opener, and it’s ready in ten minutes.
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Tzatziki
This popular Greek dip is so easy to throw together. You just doctor up Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, herbs, and bright lemon zest. It will taste so fresh and tangy!
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