dips & spreads
Ideas for dips and spreads.
Lemon black olive hummus
Traditional hummus includes tahini which is the paste that binds the hummus together. I’ve replaced it in this recipe with low-fat yogurt for a reduced-calorie yet still delicious hummus. However, if you prefer replace the yogurt with 2 Tbs of tahini and follow instructions below.
Strawberry pineapple freezer jam
Traditional preserves do not taste at all like fresh fruit. Freezer jams, on the other hand, preserve the flavor of the fresh fruit.
Figs in syrup
These figs in syrup taste heavenly and it is a great way to take advantage and get some extra when figs are ripe as their season is short.
Eggplant spread
This eggplant spread is great on crackers, or toasted bread.
Louis dressing
Serve Louis dressing over cooked shrimp, tomato slices, or hard boiled eggs. It can also be used as dipping sauce.
Chili coriander dressing
This is one case where dried coriander does not work. Use only fresh coriander leaves to prepare the dressing.
Baba ghanoush
Baba ganoush is a traditional dip originating in the eastern Mediterranean that is made from eggplant, olive, garlic and lemon juiceIt is popular in Egypt and the Middle East. Baba ghanoush can appear as an Egyptian appetizer or as part of Lebanese mezze.
Sesame seed and green chili dip
This is a hot and spicy dressing or dipping sauce where East meets West.
Herbed dip
Best served in a hollowed out round of pumpernickel, with the middle torn into bits for dipping.
Chocolate coated strawberries
Delicious! Having chocolate and strawberries at the same time, what else could it be? it is very easy and even children can make this treat.