Category: Sauces, Spreads, & Dips

Berbere is a mix of dried spices traditionally used in Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine. It’s used to flavor stews or as a rub for grilled meat. (It would be delicious rubbed on grilled tofu or tempeh!) Creating your own spice blend helps to minimize unwanted additives and preservatives found in some store-bought spice blends. These spices are packed with anti-inflammatory phytonutrients, not to mention plenty of flavors. Use them often to create delicious and nutritious plant-based recipes!

There is no shortage of flavor or nutrition in this vibrant, fresh, and bold Hazelnut Pesto spread! Hazelnuts add a nutty and slightly sweet flavor to the pesto, which pairs well with the rich avocado, peppery basil, and earthy kale. Check out the Chef’s Notes for tasty ways to use this scrumptious recipe!

Turn veggie peelings, ends, and pieces into something amazing with this nutrient- and fiber-rich Veggie Scrap Bouillon. This easy-to-make recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and a food processor to transform vegetable scraps into a whole-food veggie paste that is ideal for adding concentrated and robust veggie flavor (plus plenty of fiber!) to any dish where you’d use vegetable broth.

It’s entirely possible to get similar results using plants in place of traditional dairy cream. Due to its healthy fat and plant-based protein content, organic tofu works really well to make creamy dressings and sauces. Use it in this recipe as a base and add a little lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and mustard powder to get a traditional mayo flavor. The addition of wasabi powder or paste gives it a little kick!

This creamy Lime Vinaigrette will elevate lots of dishes you create from your plant-powered garden. Drizzle it on steamed vegetables, use it as a raw veggie dip, add it to sandwiches and wraps, or dress your grain and veggie bowl with it. It’s simple to make (takes only 5 minutes!), yet it’s bursting with flavor and nutrition thanks to the tahini, garlic, and lime.

Get ready to turn your culinary belt up a notch. Black Seed Hummus is creamy, smooth and a true culinary delight, thanks to the addition of nigella seeds. These tasty seeds have a smokey and umami flavor that offer a unique culinary experience that is similar to classic herbs found in hummus that add a little something extra. Wow your friends and family by making this extraordinary plant-based creation for your next gathering!

You will be positively charmed by this Enchanting Black Seed Dressing—a delightfully wholesome dressing that is silky, creamy, tangy, and has the perfect hint of natural sweetness. Nigella seeds are a standout in this dressing thanks to their distinct aroma and earthy flavor that has notes of onion, cumin, and oregano. Pour a generous drizzle on top of roasted veggies, salads, grains bowls, or use as a dipping sauce for grilled tofu or tempeh wraps (we are sure you’ll find ways to drizzle it on everything!).

Every salad (or grain bowl) deserves the delicious crunch and nutrient richness of Super Seedy Salad Topper. A harmonious blend of pumpkin, sunflower, hemp, cumin, sesame, mustard and coriander seeds, this culinary delight is packed with essential minerals like zinc, magnesium, and phosphorus. Bonus that it also contains plenty of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids!

Matcha and turmeric are two true superfoods thanks to their high phytonutrient content. Matcha contains catechins, which have been shown to support heart, brain, and overall health. Turmeric contains inflammation-fighting, lifestyle disease-preventing, and cognition-supporting curcuminoids. Pro-tip: Double the recipe and add it to a variety of dishes throughout the week like salads, grain bowls, steamed vegetables, or grilled tofu.

This Cheesy Cashew Sauce is superb, so much so that you may find yourself wanting to add it to pretty much everything. Creamy cashews, tangy lemon juice, savory spices and our beloved nutritional yeast flakes transform into a delectable delight that creates the ultimate cheesy sauce!