10 Minute Creamy Jalapeño Greek Yogurt Dip

A flavor-packed cold dip for parties

I’m a huge fan of make-ahead dips for parties. But I need more excitement than the typical batch of hummus or ranch dip can bring! Something with pizazz and flavor, but not a lot of ingredients or complicated steps…

That’s where jalapeño Greek yogurt dip comes in! This perfectly balanced dip is a quick and easy party appetizer with creaminess, spice, and tang in every bite. All you need to do is blend the short list of Mexican-inspired ingredients in a food processor, chill it in the fridge, then enjoy.

It’s the best partner to a platter of crisp veggies and chips but also works well as a burger spread and taco topping. Enjoy it with anything you like, including even more party dips! When you put jalapeño yogurt dip, Cold Whipped Ricotta Dip, and Sour Cream and Chive Dip on the table, there’s no stopping your guests.

Ingredients you need

A handful of budget-friendly, Mexican-inspired ingredients transform into a bright and creamy party snack once blended together. This is what you need:

Jalapeño peppers

This is the star of the show. Jalapeños are a mild to moderately spicy pepper with 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units. They give this dip a noticeable kick, but nothing that you can’t handle!

Still, if you aren’t into spicy foods, one of the best ways to turn down the heat is to remove the peppers’ ribs and white pith. These contain capsaicin, which holds most of the chili peppers’ spicy heat. So get rid of those and you'll be hit with a little less heat 😜

Once you get a feel for this spicy Greek yogurt dip, try swapping one or all of the jalapeños with other chili peppers. Serrano, habanero, and aleppo peppers are all hotter than jalapeños. I haven’t tested this recipe with anything other than jalapeño peppers but just know that the hotter the pepper, the hotter the dip will be!

Greek yogurt

Making cold dip recipes with Greek yogurt my new favorite thing. The base is creamy and tangy, but still thick enough to withstand a hearty cracker or veggie coming in for a scoop. It’s the secret to a well-rounded dip with super satisfying bites.

Any plain Greek yogurt with as much or as little fat (0% fat to whole milk Greek yogurt) will work in this recipe. I tend to use whatever kind of yogurt I have on hand but full fat makes the dip taste the best!

Green onions and cilantro

These two bring a bright herbiness to each bite. You can leave the cilantro out or replace it with fresh parsley if you aren’t a fan but I find it provides a nice citrusy balance with the lime zest. 

Flavor boosters

Garlic, lime, and cumin help the classic Mexican flavors in this dip shine bright. The lime adds lots of zest and the garlic and cumin blend in savory goodness.

Try your best not to skip these. If you want, you can even add more fun additions like honey or agave for a sweet and spicy variation.

How to make jalapeño Greek yogurt dip

Blend up this creamy dip whenever you need a crowd-pleasing party snack. It comes together in just 10 minutes in a food processor or blender:

Recipe tips

Follow these tips to make the best crowd-pleasing dip:

Want a thicker dip?

This dip is on the thinner side. For a thicker consistency, you can reduce the amount of olive oil and even add a little softened cream cheese. Chilling it in the fridge for 1 hour is also important as it thickens the texture and gives the flavors time to marry together.

Don’t forget the toppings!

Toppings make a huge difference on this dip! It’s quite creamy, so toppings and garnishes build on the texture of each bite, as well as the presentation. Give these suggestions a try:

• Sliced fresh jalapeños
• Pepitas
• Crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese
• Fresh cilantro
• Lime zest

Serving suggestions

Surrounding the bowl of dip with tortilla chips, pita bread, cut veggies, potato chips, or crackers is a no-brainer!

Sadie of the Party Food Crew enjoyed it as a dip with, “grilled sweet potato wedges, as well as a spread on burgers”. Yum!

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