Summer Sip & Dip

A fun social get-together doesn’t have to mean hours of preparation. Invite a few friends to join you for a casual Summer Sip & Dip, and encourage everyone to bring a favorite sharable dip recipe. Healthy or decadent – even when considering dietary restrictions – there are so many delicious options everyone can enjoy when feasting on “dips for dinner!” These simple, dippable recipes and a bright, summery cocktail may just inspire you.

Ruby Red Elderflower Spritz

Makes two cocktails

Tangy Corn Salsa

Serves 6-8

EXTRA-EASY MEDITERRANEAN BAKED FETA

Serves 6

INGREDIENTS

5 oz. Ruby Red grapefruit juice (no sugar added)

2 oz. gin

1 oz. elderflower liqueur (recommend St-Germain®)

1/2 oz. simple syrup

1 can grapefruit seltzer

Grapefruit peel for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Place ice in cocktail shaker. Add all ingredients except seltzer and shake until well chilled.

Strain mixture into a martini or coupe glass. Top with seltzer; more seltzer will result in a less sweet drink.

Garnish with strips of grapefruit peel, if desired.

by “Grapefruit

INGREDIENTS

2 9-oz. packages frozen corn (recommend Green Giant® Honey Roasted Sweet Corn)

1/4 cup pickled jalapenos, finely chopped

1/2 medium sweet onion, diced Juice of 2 fresh limes Cilantro leaves to preferred taste, chopped (optional)

Salt to taste

Instructions

Thaw frozen corn in medium bowl.

Add onion, jalapenos and cilantro, if desired. Squeeze lime juice over mixture and stir to combine. Salt as needed. Serve with chips or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats.

Inspired by “Fire-Roasted Corn Salsa” recipe found on thehelpfulgf.com.

Ingredients

8 oz. block of feta cheese

10 oz. cherry tomatoes

Olive oil, for drizzling

2 cloves garlic, finely minced

1/2 tsp. dried basil

1/4 tsp. ground black pepper

2 tbsp. honey (recommend Mike’s Hot Honey® for a touch of spiciness)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450° degrees. Place block of feta into the center of a small oven-safe dish and surround with cherry tomatoes. Drizzle feta and tomatoes with olive oil, then sprinkle spices evenly over the top. Cover with dish lid or foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove cover and bake an additional 10 minutes, making sure tomatoes have begun to burst and release their juices. Drizzle hot ingredients with honey and serve warm with crackers or toasted bread.