Category: Sauces, Spreads, & Dips

Nutty and herby with a hint of spice is the perfect way to describe Green Tahini Sauce. Blended with spinach, cilantro, optional jalapeño, garlic, and lime, this vibrant tahini sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a hearty grain bowl, the creamy drizzle over top of falafel, or a dipping sauce for your favorite raw veggies.

Minimizing processed foods, even when it comes to spices and seasonings, can affect your brain and mood. Some store-bought seasoning blends may come with additives, preservatives, and excess sodium. Make your own phytonutrient-rich version of Old Bay Seasoning that is packed with lots of flavors to season your plant-based dishes without an unhealthy ingredient in sight.

We’re willing to bet that making your own nut (or seed) butter will become a favorite ritual once you give it a go. First, it’s delicious. Second, it’s so much fun creating a variety of nut and seed butters (the variety of combinations is unlimited!). Third, you can say goodbye to store-bought packaging and hello to decreasing your footprint on the planet. Fourth, nut butter is already nutritious, but you can make it even healthier by adding your favorite superfood powder or seeds like chia, hemp, or flax (see Chef’s Notes for examples).

While this dressing might not be made with all of Julieanna Hever’s recommended six ingredients, it is made with one of them (sesame seeds) and it will certainly be a vehicle for ALL of the sixes! Use this dressing on leafy green salads, steamed vegetables, baked beans, and more. Let us know how you end up using it — it might spark some fun ideas for others!

This simple-to-make sauce is a nice complement to a variety of dishes from salads to grilled tofu to grain bowls to wraps. It’s also versatile — you can make it more nutritious by adding extra herbs (like parsley), another veggie (like diced red pepper), or more spices (like paprika).

Our Jalapeño Poblano Salsa Verde is a vibrant, spicy delight that's sure to elevate any dish. This zesty condiment combines the kick of jalapeño and poblano peppers with the crisp freshness of green bell pepper and red onion. A splash of lime juice adds a tangy twist, while cilantro brings a burst of herby flavor. Perfectly balanced with a pinch of salt, this salsa is ideal for those who love to add a bit of zest and a lot of flavor to their meals.

This simple Kimchi Mayo is a delightful blend of creamy tofu and probiotic-rich kimchi that makes an incredibly irresistible condiment. Plus, it is packed with protein and tasty enough to add a touch of healthful indulgence wherever you need a little kick!

Whisk together a delightful Arugula Tahini Dressing for a burst of flavor on your next salad! This unique blend combines the peppery notes of fresh arugula with the creamy richness of tahini, complemented by the tang of lemon juice and the subtle bite of shallots. Seasoned with salt and ground black pepper, and thinned with just a touch of water for the perfect drizzling consistency, this dressing is not just a condiment but packed with bold, nutritious flavors. Perfect for livening up any salad, it's a wholesome choice that promises to be as nourishing as it is delicious.

Grab your favorite bowl of dark leafy greens and get ready to savor the flavor and benefits of this Creamy Garlic Dressing. Garlic, tahini, lemon, and ginger add a variety of vitamins and minerals — including B vitamins, vitamin C, folate, selenium, and manganese, not to mention loads of phytonutrients — to this creamy dressing. Creamy Garlic Dressing also makes an excellent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich condiment, so don’t be afraid to use it liberally!

Creamy, melt-in-your-mouth Garlic Shallot “Butter” takes the cake on traditional butter any day! The healthy fats in cashews are what make them transform into a rich and creamy spread that can be used on toast, veggies, pasta, and more. This butter has zero cholesterol or trans-fatty acids and is packed with healing phytonutrients, plant-powered protein, and healthy plant-based fats.