Fall dips & spreads recipes with 500 or fewer calories

Chipotle Butter

This is great with grilled corn on the cob, potatoes, dinner rolls and corn bread.

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…

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…

Avocado Crema For Mexican Dishes

Avocado crema is the perfect topper for my Cauliflower, Chickpea Tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and all of your…

Spicy Salsa

This is a favorite in our household and amongst friends. Super easy to make!

Minced Clam Dip

My all-time favorite comfort food! What, share? I could eat it all myself, but it's better shared with friends or family.

Black Bean-Salsa Dip

Black Bean-Salsa Dip is an easy and quick recipe with no cooking. The perfect recipe for the diet conscious also. Beans, tomato, corn and onions…

Roasted Pepper Hummus

I used raw chickpeas for this recipe (soaked overnight and cooked in a pressure cooker) but you can use the canned variety as well.

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Dip is an irresistibly starter that’s full of bacon, cheese, green onions, cream cheese and ranch dressing mix!

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.

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…

Cream of Cow cheese with anchovies

Who knew Guacamole could be so easy (and tasty)?

I must confess that I've never made Guacamole before. It has always been so convenient for others to make or…

Forget the Tahini Baba Ganoush

I like to make baba this time of year with the wonderful selection of eggplants, but I don't keep tahini on hand, it can be hard to find & is…