If youโre going to bookmark just one list of vegan dip recipes on the internet, let it be this one! Weโve tested every single one of these dips in our tiny Northeast Philly kitchen and brought them to real-life parties where non-vegans went back for seconds (and thirds!).
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Hereโs the thing about a lot of vegan dips roundups on the internet: They donโt show enough variety! This collection gives you both light & fresh options for every day and super decadent dip delights that will steal the show at any gathering. Youโll find go-to veggie-friendly dairy-free dips you can whip up in five minutesโฆand also rich, hot, cheesy, crowd-pleasing vegan party dips that no omnivore will side-eye!
We also made sure this guide includes both hot and cold options, because dip season is not just summer! You deserve cozy, melty, oven-baked plant-based dips in the winter and bright, herby, fresh dips in the spring. Every recipe here has been personally tested, taste-approved, and served to mixed crowds of vegans and non-vegans alike. If it didnโt get devoured, it didnโt make this list!
Our goal with this post? To create one place you can come back to anytime you need vegan dip recipes for movie night, game day, snack boards, veggie trays, holidays, or a random Tuesday when you just want to shovel carrots into something delicious.
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Best Vegan Dip Recipes
Easy Dipping Sauces
Quick & easy dipping sauces that double as dressings, drizzles, and โwait, Iโm putting this on everything nowโ moments. These cold dips also require minimal equipment – a small food processor at most!
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Vegan Buttermilk Ranch Dip
This tastes exactly like the buttermilk ranch I used to reach for in my Nanaโs fridge growing up. Itโs ultra flavorful thanks to an easy apple cider vinegar trick and hands-down one of the best dairy-free dips for veggie trays!
A classic for vegan nuggets and beyond! Making your own means you can get that creamy, tangy heat juuuust to your liking. Perfect for game day or weeknight snacking!
Garlic, nutritional yeast, miso paste, and lemon come together in zingy umami heaven! Itโs equally at home as a salad dressing or a tasty dip for roasted veggies.
Readers have marveled for years at how this silken tofuโbased queso made with common ingredients hits all those classic Tostitos-style notes. One of our most beloved vegan party dips. And the best part? This easy vegan dip recipe only takes 5 minutes to make!
Think loaded nachos in the perfect dip form. With a creamy refried beans trick and 11 layers of flavor, this one disappears fast. T even made it for our rehearsal dinner!
This Irish cheddar fondue made vegan and spiked with whiskey just screams date night, intimate dinner party, or cozy Friday night in! We love dipping roasted potatoes into this one.
Tomato-and-garlic-loaded perfection! This is a great option for vegan mozzarella sticks, cheesy vegan breadsticks, or even pasta chips (I hear those are a thing?!)
Tastes like restaurant-quality pasta sauce but is loaded with hidden veggies. Use it for anything you'd dip into classic marinara, and no one will know the difference!
This tofu-based wonder is tangy, soft, spreadable, and wildly customizable! Roll it in pistachios, drizzle with agave, top with herbs. A make-ahead dream for vegan party dips.
Donโt Feel Like Cooking? Vegan-Friendly Store-Bought Dip Options
Sometimes you donโt even have five minutes to make a homemade easy dip. For those moments, here are some quick vegan dips you can grab and go:
Brands to Look Out For
Violife makes widely available plant-based dips across the US and Europe that are very popular and very good, including a French onion dip!
Plant Perks is another brand that creates incredibly flavorful vegan dips! We met them at Expo East and love their creativity and commitment to crafting the perfect flavors.
For dessert, So Delicious makes a coconut whip that works beautifully as a Cool Whip alternative!
Bitchin’ Sauce is a beloved, totally vegan option in many grocery stores!
Common Vegan-Friendly Dips + What to Look For
Salsa is almost always vegan and easy to find!
Hummus is traditionally vegan (just check labels for very rare dairy additions like whey).
Guacamole is usually vegan but will occasionally include dairy like cheese our sour cream, so give that ingredient list a quick peek.
Be cautious with pre-made โbean dipsโ, including black bean dip. These often hide dairy or even lard!
Most jarred marinara sauces are vegan-friendly, but again check unfamiliar brands and varieties.
There are lots of vegan ranch options now, including plant-based ranch from Hidden Valley.
Although buffalo sauce traditionally includes dairy, many common brands are โaccidentallyโ vegan including the classic Frankโs!
What to Dip Into Your Dips
Because the right dipper matters!
Tortilla chips, pita chips, and sturdy crackers (always check ingredients; some varieties vary by brand).
Favorites like the original varieties of Triscuits, Club, and Ritz are go-tos for us. Ingredient lists can vary by variety and country though, so double-check before buying!
Soft or hard pretzels – Most hard pretzels are vegan, but soft pretzels + pretzel bites can contain dairy. (Here in Philly, some local options differ, so itโs worth checking! For example, Wawa pretzels are vegan-friendly, while Philly Pretzel Factory includes whey.)
Sliced baguette or crostini – Baguette is traditionally made with water, so itโs usually vegan and perfect for hefty vegan party dips.
Veggies: Matchstick carrots, celery, broccoli, cauliflower are some personal favorites!
Tofu nuggets – the ultimate dipping vehicle and downright elite.
If you made it this far, thank you for being a fellow dip enthusiast! I hope this guide to vegan dip recipes makes your snack boards fuller, your parties easier, and your weeknight couch dinners waaaay more fun.
Bookmark this post. Weโll keep adding new vegan and plant-based dips as we create them. And tell me in the comments: Which dip are you trying first?!
