Toppings and Dips Recipes
Store bought toppings, sauces and dips are often laden with sugars, preservatives, additives and otherhealth-adverse ingredients that we really shouldn’t be consuming to begin with! Why not try making your very own homemade toppings and dips that you can enjoywith virtually any meal! These recipes are made from 100% wholefood ingredientsand are brilliant for adding some extra flavour to your meals. I like to make these recipes in batches and store them in airtight glass jars in my refrigerator – this keeps these recipes lasting for up to 1 week!
Strawberry Coconut Cream with Frozen Berries & Cinnamon Cashews
I don’t know about you, but I looooove coconut. Anything coconut is a definite YES in my books. Coconuts provide both short and medium chain fatty acids which are known to increase our good cholesterol levels. Coconut is also satiating and has no impact on blood sugar levels, meaning that we feel fuller for longer which aids in healthy weight maintenance. As an anti-inflammatory, coconut oil improves digestion and can assist with digestive and bowel disorders – definitely a wonder nut overall! Why not enjoy all these health benefits in a perfectly delicious, decadent and creamy guilt-free dessert? Yummy!
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Beetroot Hummus
I love experimenting with traditional favourites and placing a little spin on them. I must give credit to an old friend of mine, Dijana who was kind enough to share this delightful recipe with me. The sweetness of beetroot really makes this "new-age" hummus a wonderful option for any dinner party!
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Eggplant Mayo
With flavours inspired by the middle east, this incredible dip is so tasty, low in carbs and is a fantastic compliment to many dishes, I love serving my eggplant mayo as an entre at dinner gatherings. This dip is completely dairy free and can be enjoyed along together with flax crackers, veggie chips, sweet potato fries or with veggie sticks.
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Homemade Guacamole
Avocado is a staple in my diet and should be in yours too! Avo is loaded with healthy fats, is incredible for supporting healthy supple skin and hair and provides ample sustenance and nourishment for a busy day. That is why guacamole is so ideal to have in your fridge, Simply spread over flax crackers or rye bread and you have a quick and easy meal. Be sure to top with lemon if you are going to be storing it for more than a day to prevent it from browning.
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Macadamia Cream
A delicious dairy-free cream recipe to use in Thai currie, as a creamer in sauces, as a spread for breads, or topped over healthy pancakes. Mmmmm so good!
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Traditional Basil-Pesto
I am completely in love with the freshness of basil. The sweet fragrant lightness of basil paired together with the richness of pine nuts makes for an incredibly appetising side sauce that can be placed over steamed veggies, pastas, and health breads for extra flavour and wholesome deliciousness. If you are in the mood for a little indulgence mix in half a cup of parmesan for an ultra-yummy health treat
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Homemade Chickpea Hummus
Hummus is a fantastic protein and mineral-rich topping that goes with just about anything. I always keep hummus in my fridge for a quick and easy on-the-go snack. Chickpeas are high in progesterone which serves to regulate hormones naturally. If you are limited for time, this recipe can also be made with tinned organic chickpeas, but I do recommend cooking chickpeas from scratch.
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Macadamia Nut Honey Salsa
The creamy crunch of macadamia nuts coupled with a vinegary tang, raw honey and peppers makes for an absolutely scrumptious dip. Ideal as a healthy accompaniment to raw veggie sticks. The perfect guilt free finger food to serve any cocktail party or get together.
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Basil-Walnut Pesto
This slightly different take on traditional pesto is a great way to change-up this delicious dip. For a thicker chunkier pesto, allow larger pieces of walnut during the crushing process.
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Coconut Cashew Cream
This versatile cream is a fantastic dairy-free alternative to traditional cream, and I promise you its just as creamy! Delicious with both savoury and sweet dishes. I like to make a whole bowl of this cream and store it in an air tight glass jar for up to five days so that it is ready and waiting whenever I need it.
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Tahini Mayo
The rich nutty essence of tahini (sesame seed paste) infused with the fresh lightness of mint and the tangy zest of lemon creates the most wonderful flavour explosion; delightful over almost anything!
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