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Dips, Spreads, & Sauces

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(39 Recipes) Created by REBECCA2330

Recipes in this Collection

Pico de Gallo (Authentic Mexican Salsa)
Very Good 4.6/5

The versatility of this salsa is limitless! Put it on grilled chicken or steak, add it to eggs, or serve with tortilla chips.

Submitted by METALFINGER2U

Carbs: 5.9g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.9g | Calories: 22.5
Good 3.9/5

Hummus is a simple dip that goes well with raw veggies, chips or warm pita bread. You and your guests will love it!

Submitted by JULZ654

Carbs: 4.1g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.1g | Calories: 23.4
Black Bean 'Hummus'
Very Good 4.2/5

Hummus goes South of the Border!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 20.9g | Fat: 1.6g | Fiber: 7.1g | Protein: 7.3g | Calories: 122.7
Good 3.7/5

Nonfat yogurt and low-fat mayonnaise make this creamy dip a good addition to any veggie plate.

Carbs: 1.4g | Fat: 1.2g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 19.4
Very Good 4.6/5

Great with pumpkin bread or muffins or with biscuits

Submitted by HAPPYWIFE

Carbs: 2.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 8.8

Replacing sugar with Splenda greatly reduces the calories.

Submitted by TRILLIUM1204

Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 7
Incredible! 5.0/5

An easy, delicious jam with less sugar

Submitted by WIGS366

Carbs: 3.3g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 12.9
Very Good 4.7/5

Makes 6 1/4 cup servings that clock in under 10 cals. Good if you're on a diet or if you need maple syrup for a recipe but are out. Adapted from "Cooking Healthy, Fast & Superfast" by Rachel Rudel.

Submitted by JO_JO_BA

Carbs: 10.3g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0g | Calories: 9.5
Good 3.5/5

Submitted by LAURAG1

Carbs: 1.6g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 7.2
Layered Mexican Dip with Baked Lime Chips
Very Good 4.5/5

My dip has all the flavor of the original, but it's much easier on the waistline. I prefer to eat this "dip" with a fork or raw vegetables.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 27g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 197.3
Italian Herb Seasoning
Very Good 4.4/5

Forget buying packets of seasonings. They're expensive and often full of salt. Save sodium and money by making this easy herb blend. Use it in sauces, soups, stews, on meats... anywhere you want to add Italian flavor without fat or sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.7g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 3.9
White Bean Tapenade
Very Good 4.0/5

Great on whole-wheat crackers or even toast.

Carbs: 5.1g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 2g | Calories: 50
Kitchen Basics: Creamy Herb Dressing
Very Good 4.3/5

Use this to dress your salad or as a dipping sauce for cut vegetables. Don't like cilantro? No problem, just swap it out for Italian parsley or dill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.3g | Calories: 8.8
Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
Very Good 4.4/5

There's no need to buy pumpkin pie spice. You can easily make your own at home. And it makes a great hostess gift for any fall event! Feel free to double or triple this recipe!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2.1g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.2g | Calories: 8.9
Spicy Chili-Garlic Paste
Very Good 4.1/5

Try this spicy Asian paste in your slow-cooker stews, broth based soups, or combined with yogurt as a zippy sandwich spread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 5.9
Pretzel Dipping Sauce
Good 3.0/5

This dip is so easy but looks fancy. Experiment with different colored peppers and flavors of salsa and hummus to change up each batch.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.6g | Fat: 1.4g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 1.2g | Calories: 30.8
Tangy, Creamy Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good 3.7/5

This is my go-to dressing. I use it on everything from steamed veggies to salads and sandwiches.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 4.2g | Fat: 4g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 55.5
Chili Spices
Very Good 4.6/5

Want to know the secret to great chili? Start with great spices--and skip the packets at the supermarket, which are full of sugar and salt. Make your own to save money and skip the salt.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.3g | Fat: 0.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 0.3g | Calories: 7.2
No Salt Fajita Rub
Very Good 4.4/5

Use this spice blend on any grilled meat or fish: try pork, steak, shrimp, or even salmon! You will want to make a big batch of the spice rub to always have some on hand.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 3.1g | Fat: 1.1g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 0.8g | Calories: 19.8
Slow Cooker Strawberry-Rhubarb Conserve
Good 3.9/5

It looks like jam, but it's bursting with whole fruit and thick enough to eat with a fork. Serve over pork roast, on top of yogurt or cottage cheese, or on your morning toast.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 0.7g | Calories: 52.8
Chimichurri
Very Good 4.4/5

This sauce hails from Argentina, a country that's known for tasty grilled meats. Pair this with grilled beef, pork, chicken and even fish. It's also a great dipping sauce for grilled vegetables and whole-wheat bread.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.5g | Fat: 2.6g | Fiber: 0.4g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 30.5
Cool-as-a-Cucumber Raita
Very Good 4.4/5

This creamy, tangy dip does double duty: with mint, it's a perfect pair with Greek fare; with coriander and cumin, it cools down spicy Indian curries.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 2g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 15.6
Incredible! 5.0/5

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Submitted by JULSKUNK

Carbs: 2.9g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 28.7
No Added Sugar Pumpkin-Apple Butter
Very Good 4.4/5

I love this spread this over whole wheat toast for breakfast with nut butter or to thicken my fall soups. My son Josh loves it with bananas. You won't believe I didn't add any sugar!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 4.9g | Fat: 0.2g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 19.9
Incredible! 5.0/5

My inspiration to make this was the day I made my family heirloom recipe for a traditional Bavarian plum tart, served over a delicious shortbread crust. I didn't want to surrender to that, so I gently simmered my own serving of plums. The plums made such a delicious syrup that I decided to serve it over yogurt. I loved it!

Forget fruit yogurts with high fructose corn syrup. You can do this to any kind of stone fruit so that you can eat fruit in a delicious way.

My favorite plum to use are Italian Prunes. They're a little tricky to find, but they come into season around September.

Submitted by FOODIEWIFE

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 0.3g | Calories: 43.9
Kitchen Basics: Hummus
Very Good 4.0/5

Start with this simple but flavorful recipe, then add in anything you'd like! Try it with fresh herbs like chives, cilantro, rosemary, or thyme.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 1.8g | Fiber: 2.9g | Protein: 3.6g | Calories: 65.2
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Fresh No-Cook Tomato Sauce
Very Good 4.0/5

This recipe showcases the freshest, ripest summer tomatoes you can find. The only cooking involved (aside from preparing your pasta) is warming a bit of olive oil, which infuses the herbs and takes the raw edge off the tomato.

Submitted by BRYNWRITES4FOOD

Carbs: 2.2g | Fat: 13.7g | Fiber: 0.6g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 129.6

Try this fragrant seasoning blend anytime you want to replace salt in your recipes.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.4g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 0.1g | Calories: 2
Black Bean Spread
Very Good 4.5/5

This versatile spread can be used as a dip, filling for burritos, or as a boost of protein for quesadillas.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 17.6g | Fat: 0.5g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 5.8g | Calories: 101.4
Chipotle Mustard Sauce
Good 3.3/5

Use this spicy, creamy sauce on pretzels, on sandwiches or even on a baked sweet potato.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 0.5g | Calories: 14.7
Good 3.9/5

This light and flavorful dressing is big on flavor and Vitamin C for what it is, but small on dietary impact!

Submitted by STACIA14

Carbs: 3.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 1.6g | Calories: 18.5
Very Good 4.0/5

Just 10 calories per serving

Submitted by NANCYJAC

Carbs: 1.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 1.4g | Calories: 10.6
Mole Sauce
Very Good 4.0/5

This traditional Mexican sauce is spicy and goes well with Chef Meg's Cocoa-Crusted Pork Tenderloin.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 8.6g | Fat: 0.7g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 2.1g | Calories: 42.3
Mushroom 'Sausage' Gravy
Good 3.5/5

Growing up in the South, sausage gravy was a staple on our breakfast table, so I wanted to create a healthier version--with a secret ingredient.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 7.1g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 4.8g | Calories: 115.4
Southwestern Pineapple Spread from Daisy Brand®
Good 3.5/5

Impress your guests with this delicious healthy spread.

Submitted by DAISY_RECIPES

Carbs: 23g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 4g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 106
Nancy's Easy Tzatziki (Greek Yogurt Sauce to Die For!)
Very Good 4.9/5

I fell in love with tzatziki the first time I tried it and was on a quest to find the recipe that included those ingredients that pleased my particular palate best. This recipe is low-fat, high-protein, nutritious, smooth, Mediterranean, refreshing, light, and hopefully the best you've ever had!

Submitted by KEEPITMOVING

Carbs: 2.6g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 3.5g | Calories: 24.8
Easy Ginger-Garlic Sauce
Very Good 4.3/5

I love this recipe! It can be used as a sauce for grilled meats, a dressing for salads or steamed vegetables, or as a marinade for tofu or other lean proteins. You will always find it in my refrigerator.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 0.4g | Calories: 54.9
Coach Nicole's Tasty Peanut Sauce
Very Good 4.6/5

Peanut sauce is one of my favorite things to eat, usually with tofu, green vegetables (like broccoli, spinach and edamame) and brown rice.

Submitted by COACH_NICOLE

Carbs: 2.5g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 3g | Calories: 64.4
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