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Home » Almond Jalapeno Lime Dip {Paleo, GF, DF}

Last updated on July 31, 2020 By Megan 4 Comments

Almond Jalapeno Lime Dip {Paleo, GF, DF}

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Looking for a Paleo, gluten free, and dairy free dip to serve at your next party? Do you enjoy a high protein unprocessed homemade dip to go with your veggies and crackers? If either of those sound like you, keep reading for the recipe to this delicious almond jalapeno lime dip. A crowd pleaser indeed!

Trader Joe's Paleo almond jalepeno dip

Trader Joe’s Almond Dip

This dip is so good. The roasted almonds, jalapeno, and lime give it an amazing flavor combo. But I can’t take credit for the flavor combo. It’s Trader Joe’s. Of course. Our neighbors had a party a few weeks ago and served this dip from Trader Joe’s. And of course, I decided I should figure out a recipe to make my own. Because:

  • A) I don’t make it to Trader Joe’s as often as I’d like (meaning…I haven’t been in years).
  • B) I like finding simple recipes to store bought food…making them at home is more nutritious and just as (if not MORE) delicious.

why i love this Almond Dip recipe

I love that this almond jalapeno dip is high in protein, low in carbs, and packed with flavor. It’s addictive and easy to eat with carrots, celery, crackers, chips, or just by the spoonful!

I also love that it’s Paleo, gluten free, and dairy free. So everybody can eat it!

A healthy Appetizer for everyone

You know the feeling of walking into a party, taking one look at the appetizers provided, and realizing you can’t eat anything except the raw carrots and celery?

Yeah, I’ve been there. It’s disappointing, right? When you cut gluten and dairy from your diet it really limits what you can eat in a social setting.

Thankfully the day we went over to our our neighbors they had this dip out. As my neighbor went down the list of what each dip was, I was thrilled to hear about this almond jalepeno dip, I knew I could eat it! YES! Now I get a dip to eat with the veggies!

BONUS: It was super tasty and I kept going back to it all night!

tools used

  • Ramekin – For serving. Any bowl will work, but I love the versatility of ramekins.
  • Food Processor – It’s an investment, but totally worth having. This is the brand we have. We love it and it’s been going strong for 8 years!
  • Zester – match the handle color to your kitchen!

ingredients iN This ALmond Dip recipe

We’re only using whole foods in this recipe (of course). Here’s what’s in:

  • roasted almonds
  • jalapenos
  • limes
  • salt
  • water

ingredients out

And since we’re making it at home, we can be sure there are none of these:

  • hydrogenated and/or refined oils
  • artificial sweeteners
  • refined sugar

how to make this Almond Jalepeno Dip

This dip is super easy to throw together. Just follow these simple steps.

step 1: Prepare your ingredients

Get your ingredients out and ready to go.

  • Roasted almonds – if they aren’t roasted, roast them in the oven @ 375 (F) until roasted (5-10 minutes).
  • Limes – zest and juice your limes.
  • Jalapeno – de-seed and chop your jalapeno. Since you’ll be throwing everything into the food processor, you don’t NEED to chop the jalapeno. I just chopped mine to get an accurate measurement for the recipe. Jalapenos can either be gigantic or tiny, so “one jalapeno” isn’t very helpful. Feel free to add more or less jalapeno, depending on your preference.
Roasted almonds and jalepenos ready.
Salt, zested lime, jalepenos ready to go.

step 2: Blend

Throw everything into the food processor and turn it on until blended together.

All ingredients in food processor for almond dip with jalepeno and lime

step 3: Serve The Almond Jalapeno Lime Dip

Dish it into your ramekin (or serving dish), top with chopped almonds, and lime juice (lime zest optional). Then enjoy it!

Finished almond jalapeno lime dip.

storage & Make Ahead

You can definitely make this ahead of time. If if gets too thick in the fridge, just stir in more water until it gets how you want it. I like my dips pretty thick, because think about it…if you’re dipping a cracker in it at a holiday party, you don’t want to ruin your dress with a dip stain!

Serving Suggestions

I love this dip with anything crunchy…

  • raw veggies or sliced apple
  • super simple almond flour “cheese” crackers
  • store bought Paleo (grain free) lime flavored chips (YUMM) – I can only find these at one of the local grocery stores around me. I was happy to see them on Amazon here.

Looking for more delicious Homemade Dips?

  • 5 Minute Homemade Hummus
  • Simple & Delicious Guacamole
  • Avocado Mayonnaise (Egg Free)
  • Homemade Mayonnaise With Avocado Oil
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almond jalepeno lime dip trader joes

Almond Dip with Jalapeno and Lime

Yield: 1.5 cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

This almond dip with jalapeno and lime is a crowd pleasing dip that everyone can enjoy [Paleo, gluten free, dairy free].

Ingredients

  • 1 cup roasted almonds
  • 1/4 cup diced jalepeno
  • juice of 2 limes
  • zest of 2 limes
  • pinch of salt (to taste)
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients - roast your almonds in a 375 (F) oven if they aren't roasted, chop and de-seed your jalapeno, zest and juice your limes.
  2. Put all ingredients into a food processor and turn it on until it's all blended together.
  3. Serve with a sprinkle of chopped roasted almonds and lime juice.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1/4 C
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 173Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 4gSugar: 7gProtein: 5g

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Cuisine: American / Category: dip, appetizer

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  1. JV says

    August 13, 2019 at 7:06 am

    I bet if you roasted the jalapeno, along with the nuts, you would take this recipe to the next level up…
    or use a large serrano / poblano pepper for smokiness.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      August 13, 2019 at 9:54 am

      Good thinking! I’m planning on making it again this week…I think I’ll try that and see how it goes. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  2. AJ says

    May 17, 2020 at 5:19 am

    This is delicious! It has great flavor and is easy to make.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      May 20, 2020 at 6:58 am

      AJ, Thanks for your comment. Glad you’re enjoying the dip!

      Reply

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