Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip – Eat Yourself Skinny

The BEST Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip recipe made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, cream cheese, garlic, and bell peppers. Easy to make, perfect for parties, and ready in just minutes!

If you are looking for the perfect appetizer that comes together in minutes, but tastes like you spent hours making it, this Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Dip is exactly what you need! Made with tangy Greek yogurt, rich cream cheese, sweet sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and just the right amount of spice, this delicious appetizer is packed with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors in every bite. Serve with crunchy vegetables, pita chips, crackers and more! The perfect dip to bring to the pool, the beach or a summer cookout.

Why You’ll Love This

• Easy to make – this easy dip recipe comes together in just 15 minutes! Simply mix, stir and chill, no cooking required.
• Healthier – this creamy dip is healthier than traditional dips as the Greek yogurt lightens things up while adding extra protein and creaminess.
• Versatile – serve it as a dip, sandwich spread, wrap filling, burger topping, or even dolloped onto grilled chicken.
• Perfect make-ahead appetizer – the flavors develop even more after a few hours in the refrigerator making this perfect for a holiday gathering, game day party, summer cookout or simply a delicious snack for the week.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• sun-dried tomatoes – dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes provide concentrated tomato flavor without making the dip oily. Rehydrating them in boiling water softens their texture while keeping their rich, slightly sweet flavor.
• Greek yogurt – lightens the dip while adding creaminess and a boost of protein. Full-fat or 2% yogurt provides the richest texture, but nonfat works as well.
• cream cheese – softened cream cheese creates the rich, creamy base of the dip. Let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes so it blends smoothly without lumps.
• chili sauce – a little chili sauce adds subtle sweetness and tangy flavor without making the dip spicy.
• red bell peppers – finely diced red bell pepper adds freshness, sweetness, color, and a slight crunch.
• green onions – add a mild onion flavor to the dip that doesn’t overpower the other ingredients.
• garlic – adds a bold, savory flavor that pairs perfectly with the sun-dried tomatoes. You can chop fresh garlic or use minced garlic in a jar. Garlic powder could work in a pinch, but fresh is always best.
• celery seed – don’t skip this ingredient! It adds a subtle savory flavor that makes the dip taste even better.
• cayenne pepper – just a pinch gives the dip a slight kick without making it overly spicy. You could also use red pepper flakes or chili flakes.

How to Make Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

1. Rehydrate the tomatoes. Place the dry-packed sun-dried tomatoes in a heatproof bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let the tomatoes soak for about 10 minutes until softened. Drain well, pat dry if needed, and finely chop.
2. Make the creamy base. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and chili sauce. Using a hand mixer (or a sturdy spoon), beat until completely smooth and creamy, scraping the sides of the bowl as needed.
3. Stir everything together. Add the chopped sundried tomatoes, diced bell pepper, green onions, garlic, celery seed, and cayenne pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Stir until everything is evenly incorporated.
4. Cover and chill. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. For the very best flavor, let it chill for 2 to 4 hours or even overnight.
5. Serve and enjoy. Give the dip one final stir and serve with fresh vegetables, pita chips, or crackers. Top with extra green onions or fresh basil when serving.

What to Serve with Sun-Dried Tomato Dip

• Crackers – such a great snack served with crunchy whole wheat crackers, multigrain crackers, water crackers or buttery crackers.
• Chips – you can serve this with pita chips, bagel chips, pretzel crisps or even tortilla chips for a different flavor.
• Crunchy veggies – red bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, cucumber slices, celery sticks, radishes, snap peas, cherry tomatoes and broccoli florets all make great options.
• Bread – serve this dip with toasted baguette slices, warm bread, make crostinis, slices of naan or cut up pita bread.
• Use as a spread – this tastes great as a spread on sandwiches, wraps, turkey burgers, chicken sandwiches, grilled chicken or burgers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Storage and Make-Ahead Tips

• To Store – store leftover sun-dried tomato dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.
• Make Ahead – this is one of the best make-ahead appetizers because the flavors continue to develop as it chills. Prepare it up to 24 hours in advance, then stir well and garnish just before serving.

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