American cocktail party dips & spreads recipes with 400 or fewer calories

Quick 7-Layer Dip

Quick 7-Layer Dip is a delicious, easy and quick (15) minute appetizer or snack recipe for a large gathering, event or holiday. Made with refried…

Guacamole Tex-Mex

Super simple - fast - packs just enough punch. It will be the best you ever tasted. Bring on the cervesas, margaritas - and lots of quality…

Horseradish Sauce

A simple, but explosive sauce which can be used to top, fish, meats and to enhance sandwiches. This sauce has been used for many years by many…

Baked Artichoke Dip

Five ingredients and about 15 minutes of prep work are all that’s needed to bring this bubbly and golden dip to your guests. One recipe serves about…

Clam and Olive Dip

Serve this with bagel or pretzel chips at your next football or tailgate party!

Smoked Salmon Spread

This spread makes a great party dip or snack for a light lunch. Great with crackers, bagel chips or pita crisps.

Cheddar Bacon Ranch Dip

Addictive!

Neiman Marcus Cheese Spread

This was served at a bunco group and it has been a hit at my house ever since. Great party appetizer. Makes a lot but never any left. Like…

Pâté with Bacon & Onion

A "pâté" (pah-TAY) is simply a paste of meat and a fat. It can be super fancy, or, as in this recipe, super simple. Guaranteed to impress your…

Chipotle Black Bean Salsa

This is a very yummy and healthful salsa. It is low in calories, low in fat, and the beans add protein.

Midwestern Garden Salsa

This is a more mild salsa that most farmers enjoy eating!

Fabulously Healthy, Edamame, Spinach and Garlic Hummus For Summer Entertaining

We’re loving this skinny dip. It’s loaded with such good-for-you…

Spinach & Artichoke Dip