Best 12 Tangy Dip Recipes

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Do you crave a quick and easy snack or appetizer that packs a flavor punch? Look no further than tangy dips! These versatile culinary creations offer an explosion of taste with their piquant and tangy profile, making them perfect for various occasions. From creamy and herbaceous to spicy and zesty, the realm of tangy dips is vast and caters to diverse preferences. Get ready to embark on a delightful journey as we delve into the world of tangy dips, discovering delectable recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and become the star of your next gathering.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

CHUYS TANGY JALAPENO DIP



Chuys Tangy Jalapeno Dip image

I love Chuy's dip and wanted a recipe. I took all the recipes I could find, bought some of the real stuff and made a bunch of batches. This is the closest i could get. No one can beat the real thing. You can adjust the jalepenos according to your taste. Also if you want a smoother texture, everything can be thrown in the blender after step 1. The longer is sits, the hotter it gets.

Provided by Kennasmommy

Categories     Peppers

Time 20m

Yield 1-25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup mayonnaise (can use low fat)
3/4 cup milk
1 (1 ounce) packet hidden valley ranch dressing mix
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
3/4 cup pickled jalapeno pepper, chips
3 tablespoons cilantro
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon lime juice

Steps:

  • Mix mayo, milk and ranch mix. Let stand for at least an hour.
  • Chop chilies, jalapenos, and cilantro together.
  • Mix in salt, garlic powder, and lime.
  • Add chile mixture to ranch.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.
  • The longer it sits, the hotter it gets.

TANGY SHRIMP DIP



Tangy Shrimp Dip image

Tangy and tasty - this is sure to be the best tasting dip at any party. Serve with your favorite crackers or tortilla chips.

Provided by Tarene Condie

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Shrimp Dip Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
2 (4.5 ounce) cans small shrimp, drained
1 (8 ounce) jar cocktail sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup chopped green onion
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth. Spread into the bottom of a serving dish. Top with layers in the following order: shrimp, cocktail sauce, mozzarella cheese, green onion, green pepper, and tomato. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.4 calories, Carbohydrate 2.9 g, Cholesterol 34.5 mg, Fat 8.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 215.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

TANGY GINGER DIP



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This a great sauce for shrimp, chicken, or even some vegetables. It's spicy and delicious!

Provided by BRITTANYBEHRENS

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 7m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons minced onion
1 dash habanero garlic hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, vinegar, ginger, onion, and hot sauce. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Cholesterol 10.4 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 309.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

TANGY YOGURT DIP WITH VEGGIES



Tangy Yogurt Dip with Veggies image

Chili sauce and horseradish pack a punch of flavor in this dip that's great with fresh veggies or cooked shrimp.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt (from 2-lb container)
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Assorted fresh vegetables (snow pea pods, carrot slices, red bell pepper slices, broccoli and cauliflower florets)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix yogurt, chili sauce and horseradish. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Serve dip with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 2 tablespoons dip and 4 vegetable pieces each), Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

SWEET AND TANGY CHIP DIP



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This is best served with rippled plain potato chips. This is a recipe my mother has made for years. It's a big hit because it's different.

Provided by Tina9599

Categories     Pineapple

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup French dressing
crushed pineapple, drain well (to taste)

Steps:

  • Cream together creamed cheese and dressing.
  • Add pineapple to taste.
  • I like about 2 tablespoons.

TANGY GUACAMOLE-RANCH DIP



Tangy Guacamole-Ranch Dip image

Bring guacamole and ranch dressing together in this creamy dip for crunchy pita chips.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 45m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/4 cups low-fat buttermilk
One 8-ounce avocado, halved, pitted and peeled
1/4 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh dill fronds
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
3 scallions, white and light green parts chopped
1/2 clove garlic, finely chopped
Fine salt
1 small tomato, finely chopped
Pita chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the buttermilk, avocado, cilantro, dill, parsley, vinegar, scallions and garlic in a blender and blend until smooth. Transfer to a medium bowl and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Fold in the tomato. Cover with plastic wrap that sits directly on top of the dip and refrigerate for 30 minutes or up to 1 day before using. Serve with pita chips for dipping.
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CHRISSY'S TANGY SEAFOOD DIP



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I love the Olive Garden's San Remo seafood dip and this is my attempt at trying to copy it. It is very popular at family gatherings!

Provided by Chrissy DeCosmo Fessler

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Crab Dip Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1 (6 ounce) can crabmeat, drained and flaked
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded white Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons OLD BAY® Seasoning
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread the spaghetti sauce in an even layer in the bottom of an 8 or 9 inch square baking dish. In a medium bowl, mix together the crabmeat, cream cheese, and Cheddar cheese. Season with Old Bay, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, and salt. Spoon over the spaghetti sauce layer, and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden brown. Serve immediately with thinly sliced baguettes or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.9 calories, Carbohydrate 6.7 g, Cholesterol 64.9 mg, Fat 15.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 938.9 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

TANGY CHEESY DILL PICKLE DIP



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We really enjoyed all the eclectic flavors in this delicious dill pickle dip recipe. It's tangy and creamy with hints of taco flavor. You get yummy bits of cheese in every bite. Whether it's kept as a dip or tuned into a cheese ball, this will be a hit at your next party. It's a cinch to make when you need a last minute...

Provided by Tanya Seamons

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pkg cream cheese, 8 oz.
1/2 c dill pickles, chopped (up to 3/4 cup)
1 c shredded cheddar cheese
2-3 stalk(s) green onion, chopped
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp taco seasoning mix (trust me here!)
parsley, dillweed or dill to garnish
milk (optional)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix cream cheese until smooth and creamy. For chopped pickle, I shred them on a cheese grater (much easier and quicker!).
  • 2. Add the rest of the ingredients. Mix well. Add milk to thin out if it's too thick or you can form into a cheese ball and cover with parsley or dillweed.
  • 3. Serve with crackers or chips!

TANGY GREEN OLIVE DIP



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I was looking online for a green olive dip my sister's ex-boyfriend used to make that I loved, but I think this one is even better! His was just the olives and cream cheese, thinned with some olive brine.... Keeper! Found this on GroupRecipes.com.

Provided by Raquel Grinnell

Categories     Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 1 dip, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 ounces green olives (with pimentos)
16 ounces cream cheese (2 packages)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 small onion

Steps:

  • In a food processor, blend the cream cheese and mayonnaise and a few thin slices of onion (to taste) until smooth. Thin the mixture to your liking by adding some of the juice from the olive jar. Add olives and pulse until they are chopped, but not pureed. Serve chilled with chips, crackers or vegetables.

TANGY DIP



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I love this dip with any fruit! The tang gives it just enough of that rich tangy flavor to add a kick. Love it! *Google pic*

Provided by Sandy Griffith

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 jar(s) marshmallow cream
1 pkg (8oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 tsp tang drink mix

Steps:

  • 1. Mix marshmallow cream, cheese, and tang with mixer.
  • 2. Chill about 30 minutes.
  • 3. Serve with any fruit.

TANGY TUNA DIP



Tangy Tuna Dip image

A delicious Summer dip full of taste and fragrant with aroma. Tangy and light, with lemon and lime being the star performers. Serve with fresh, crunchy veggies and crackers.

Provided by Michelle

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cold Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 lemons, juiced
1 lime, juiced
½ green onion, chopped
dried dill weed to taste
salt and pepper to taste
1 (12.5 ounce) can water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, lemon juice, lime juice, green onion, dill weed, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth. Mix in the tuna and olive oil. Cover and chill in the refrigerator approximately 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 18.4 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 75 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

TANGY YOGURT DIP WITH VEGGIES



Tangy Yogurt Dip with Veggies image

Chili sauce and horseradish pack a punch of flavor in this dip that's great with fresh veggies or cooked shrimp.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup Yoplait® Fat Free plain yogurt (from 2-lb container)
2 tablespoons chili sauce
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
Assorted fresh vegetables (snow pea pods, carrot slices, red bell pepper slices, broccoli and cauliflower florets)

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, mix yogurt, chili sauce and horseradish. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
  • Serve dip with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (about 2 tablespoons dip and 4 vegetable pieces each), Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right ingredients. Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. If you can, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Use a variety of flavors. Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavor combinations. Sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors can all work well together in a tangy dip.
  • Make sure your dip is thick enough. A good tangy dip should be thick enough to coat the food you're dipping it in, but not so thick that it's difficult to spread.
  • Don't overcook your ingredients. Overcooking can make your dip tough or rubbery. Cook your ingredients just until they're tender.
  • Let your dip cool before serving. This will help the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken.

Conclusion:

Tangy dips are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor to your favorite foods. They're perfect for parties, picnics, or just a quick snack. With so many different recipes to choose from, you're sure to find a tangy dip that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a way to spice up your next meal, try one of these tangy dip recipes. You won't be disappointed!

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