Layered vegetable dip

Layered vegetable dip is a vibrant, no-cook appetizer typically featuring a creamy base (often cream cheese, sour cream, or hummus) topped with colorful layers of finely chopped fresh vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, green onions, and tomatoes. It is a popular party dish in American cuisine, often served with tortilla chips, crackers, or pita bread.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dip is generally high in fat and carbohydrates, with the creamy layers providing the fat and the vegetables and dippers contributing carbs. It offers a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins A and C from the fresh vegetables, and calcium from the dairy base, with a rough calorie range of 150-250 per serving (about 2 tablespoons of dip plus dippers).

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	5 g
Sodium	680 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin A	120 mcg RAE
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	110 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Vitamin K	45 mcg
Folate	40 mcg
Phosphorus	95 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a staple of potlucks and game-day gatherings, celebrated for its visual appeal and customizable nature. Nutritionally, its layered structure allows for a balanced mix of healthy fats, fiber, and micronutrients, making it a more nutrient-dense alternative to many creamy dips.