From Ranch to Hummus: 26 Healthy Dip Recipes

Who doesn't love a layered dip? Our lightened-up seven-layer dip goes easy on the dairy and contains healthy swaps, which results in a recipe that is higher in fiber and lower in fat than the original.

Don't tell anyone there's a secret calorie-saving ingredient in this guacamole. OK, fine, we'll tell you — it's peas.

Rethink ranch dip by substituting Greek yogurt for sour cream and mayonnaise. Instead of the powdered spices and salt, quickly chop up some chives, parsley, and garlic for our Greek yogurt ranch dip. There is so much flavor packed in these fresh herbs that only a little salt is needed to satisfy your palate.

Give hummus a spicy twist by whipping up a batch of chipotle chickpea dip.

As if a homemade dip wasn't enough, you can also impress guests by making your own crackers! This recipe for a watercress spinach dip tastes creamy and rich from the Greek yogurt, and the accompanying gluten-free crackers feel just indulgent enough thanks to the addition of parmesan cheese.

This black bean dip gets a nice kick from garlic, red onion, and cayenne pepper. The nutrition stats aren't too shabby, either: low-cal, almost no fat or sugar, and a good amount of fiber and protein.

Serve fiber-filled fruit like apples or pears to eat alongside this creamy peanut butter dip. The natural sugar of fruit won't have you crashing the same way a soda will, and the protein from the nut butter will help sustain your energy through the day.

Whip up a batch of roasted tomato hummus — you'll love it so much that you'll be making it well beyond the Fourth of July.

Skip the spinach and opt for this creamy kale dip — it is the leafy green of the moment, after all. Made with low-fat ricotta cheese, it still has all the creamy richness you've come to expect from any dip worthy enough to hold court on your table.

Salsa is always a great alternative to fattening dips because it's low in fat and full of fresh veggies. Enjoy this mango red pepper salsa with crackers, corn chips, or pita bread.

Like hummus, this white bean veggie dip relies on chickpeas as its main ingredient. The addition of Greek yogurt, lemon, and dill gives it a creamy kick reminiscent of ranch dip.

Packed with fiber and protein, this vegan sun-dried tomato dip is a different take on a layered dip that everyone is guaranteed to love.

A classic with all the flavor but none of the guilt. You'll want to make this low-fat spinach artichoke dip all year round.

This Asian-inspired vegan dip is the perfect tangy complement to crunchy crackers.