Category: Sauces, Spreads, & Dips

If you’re familiar with the light and refreshing orange-hued ginger dressing that tops your bowl of lettuce in a Japanese restaurant then you’ll recognize the flavors and textures here. Carrot Ginger Dressing starts with vibrant, energizing whole foods that transform into a creamy, flavorful dressing with just one push of the button (your blender!).

While this flavorsome condiment may not seem much at first glance, with its short list of ingredients and 5–minute preparation time, it’s actually powered-packed with nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and zinc from the toasted nori, and pumpkin and sesame seeds. It’s also filled with healthy plant-based fats and protein. Sprinkling just a bit on your grain bowls. stir-fries and avocado toast not only adds lots of flavor but also oodles of nutrition.

Pomegranates are chock-full of antioxidants, including vitamin C which supports immune function. They’re also high in nitrates (the good kind!), which are potent vasodilators. Cranberries are also high in antioxidants responsible for increasing blood flow, dilating blood vessels, and lowering blood pressure. Use this sauce on top of grilled tempeh, spread over berry muffins, or enjoy it alongside your favorite plant-based cheese.

It’s time to graduate from the ketchup we knew as kids with processed sugar and (un)natural flavorings, to the adult ketchup version with whole foods and healing spices. This recipe makes quite a bit, so our recommendation is either to store half in the fridge and half in the freezer or cut the recipe in half if you think one cup of ketchup is plenty for you and your family (see Chef’s Notes for storage tips). Have fun playing with this superfood ketchup in a variety of recipes.

Before you decide to skip over this recipe, non-cilantro lovers, this recipe is for you, too! Using the tofu as the base, add a different herb of choice, such as basil, parsley, or chives in place of the cilantro. Use the cream as a vegetable dip, on top of sandwiches, in grain bowls, or drizzled in tacos.

Allergic to nuts or simply want to add a little variety to your diet? Blended sunflower seeds create a creamy and nutty spread, similar to nut butters, but without the … nuts! Add a little natural sweetness with fiber-filled and nutrient-rich date paste (on its own, sunflower seed butter can be a little bitter) for a spread you can use on fruits, veggies, and whole grain crackers.

Move over peanut butter, this heavenly blend is just as creamy and flavorful but has one leg(ume) over you — selenium! Brazil nuts are outrageously high in selenium, in fact, there’s more than 300 times the amount of selenium in one ounce of Brazil nuts compared to one ounce of peanuts. We’ve blended in some creamy cashew butter to help balance out that selenium with other essential nutrients like magnesium and zinc.

This omega-powered creamy treat contains walnuts, hemp seeds, chia seeds and flax seeds — four plant-based ingredients that provide plenty of omega-3 fatty acids as well as phytonutrients, fiber, calcium, iron and protein. Enjoy a tablespoon straight out of the jar or as a dip with your favorite fruit, like apples, or veggies, like carrots.

Making your own almond butter is more cost-effective than store-bought butter and simple to make! It just requires a little bit of patience to get those almonds to the creamy consistency you know and love. But, trust us, it’s worth it! Almonds deliver an impressive amount of nutrition including calcium, magnesium, vitamin E, and heart-healthy fats. Plus, it’s delicious!