Baba Ghanoush
A classic Lebanese dish, baba ghanoush is ideal for eggplant skeptics: Roasting the veggie mellows its natural bitterness and gives it a lush, nutty flavor.
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Cilantro-Coconut Chutney
The coconut milk in this chutney lends it a rich creaminess, and the ginger and jalapeño give it some punch.
Curried Red-Lentil Dip
This dip is an homage to dal, a ubiquitous dish in Indian cuisine. The recipe calls for the lentils to be cooked like rice, which keeps them from falling apart and gives the final dish some texture.
Buckwheat Chocolate-Chip Banana Bread
Whole rye flour can be used in place of buckwheat for a slightly spicy, malty flavor.
Pear-Fig Bites
This easy-to-make appetizer turns in-season pears into a bite-size sharable perfect for holiday gatherings.
Pickled Giardiniera Vegetables
Use a mix of crunchy veggies — cauliflower, carrots, celery, jalapeños — in this spicy, piquant relish.
Roasted Tomato Salsa
A mix of vegetables, herbs, and spices make this classic tomato salsa recipe endlessly customizable.
Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
Substitute sweet potatoes for chips to up the nutrient value of this shareable dish.
5-Minute Guacamole
Classic guac is always a winner, but if you'd like to experiment, try mix-ins and toppings such as jalapeño, serrano peppers, charred corn, or toasted pepitas.
Harvest Hummus
Try this seasonal dip that’s enjoyed by one of the school districts the Life Time Foundation has partnered with to improve kids’ meals.
Caramelized-Onion Dip
Instead of sour cream, this dip uses equal parts goat cheese and full-fat Greek yogurt.
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Instead of messy chicken wings, serve these Buffalo chicken meatballs directly from the skillet with toothpicks alongside.
Sweet Potato Fries With Chimichurri
Coat the potatoes in cornstarch or arrowroot powder before baking for extra-crispy fries.
Almond Seed Crackers
You can always purchase your favorite nut- or seed-based crackers for a summer spread, but these four-ingredient crackers are a cinch to make.