Dips, Spreads, & Dressings
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Sweet Citrus Vinaigrette
Top your salad with this zippy and tangy vinaigrette provided by Detroit Public Schools Community District, a partner of the Life Time Foundation.
Chipotle Red-Pepper Drizzle
This rich, full-bodied sauce is perfect for dipping or drizzling over your favorite southwest inspired recipe.
Herb-Infused Olive Oil
Try thyme, oregano, or rosemary for this infused oil.
Basil-Almond Pesto
The traditional pine nuts in this pesto recipe are replaced by slivered almonds.
Many-Herb Drizzle
Packed with fresh parsley, mint, and chives, this drizzle is perfect with veggies, grilled meats, and soups.
Andrew Zimmern’s Roasted Carrot-Ginger Vinaigrette
The key to this healthy and full-flavored vinaigrette lies in roasting the carrots and then puréeing them.
Walnut Parsley Pesto
Use on top of grilled chicken or fish, spread on flatbreads or toss with pasta or steamed broccoli.
Lentil Hummus
Use leftover lentils instead of chickpeas to make the creamy Middle Eastern dip.
Homemade Barbecue Sauce
Enjoy this summer staple without the added sugars often found in store-bought varieties.
UnBEETable Hummus
For a richer flavor and brighter color, try roasting the cubed beet with a small amount of olive oil before adding it to the hummus.
Almond Butter Hummus
For a twist on traditional hummus, try this tahini-free, almond-flavored alternative.
Green Goddess Salad
Herbaceous and creamy, the dressing for this classic salad is loaded with flavor, thanks to a surprise ingredient.
Melissa Joulwan’s Paleo Mayonnaise
A zingy Paleo mayo that comes together in minutes.
Homemade Vinaigrette
Try this simple, healthy, four-ingredient dressing on your favorite salad.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Enjoy with whole-grain pita or your favorite sliced veggies.
Guacamole
Guacamole is the perfect dip, spread, or topping to use up your avocados whether they’re perfectly ripe or a little mushy.
Black Bean Avocado Salsa
Use to add flavor to your meals or enjoy as a healthy snack.
Spicy Mustard-Greens Sauce
Try pairing this sauce with some grilled corn on the cob, or use it as a wonderful spicy condiment for other dishes. I also use it to season couscous and grains by incorporating a few tablespoons before adding water to cook.
Smoky Pili Pili Sauce
African bird’s-eye chilies have grown wild for centuries in Malawi, South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. They are the main ingredient in this sauce, which is popular throughout Africa. If you can’t find bird’s-eye chilies, you can substitute another pepper, like serrano, which will be milder, or a habanero, which will be hotter. Drizzle this hot sauce over fritters or any other main dish.
Pomegranate-Peach Barbecue Sauce
Although this version is a bit thicker than a typical barbecue sauce from my hometown of Memphis, the important characteristics are all here: It’s tomato based, tangy, and sweet from rich pomegranate molasses and fresh peaches. Enjoy this sauce over grilled or roasted vegetables, or add it to beans or black-eyed peas for a new take on baked beans.
Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce
Most store-bought sauces contain high-fructose corn syrup and other artificial ingredients and preservatives. Try this healthy, sweet, and spicy sauce instead.