Dips are a trendy snack food, and because of this, they're widely available in grocery stores. With flavors ranging from sweet to savory, the many different kinds of dips available to you can often be overwhelming. The problem with purchasing store-bought dip is that you don't know what goes into them. Because these dips are not made at home, they're often filled with a significant amount of preservatives to increase their shelf life. Additionally, store-bought dips are full of artificial sugars that aren't great for your health, and the aged ingredients cause them to lose flavor over time. To ensure the dips you're snacking on are just as great for you as they taste, we recommend making them at home. This way, you get to decide what goes into themwhich is especially helpful if you're following a strict diet or have food allergies.
When it comes to creating a healthy snack, the dip isn't the only thing you should be concerned about. What you pair dip or spread with will add to the nutrients in the snack or take away from them. When choosing what to dunk into your dip, again, we recommend sticking to whole foods. There are also lots of cracker substitutes that can be used as well. Fruit, veggies and whole grain crackers are all excellent treats to pair your homemade dip with. And luckily, they're not hard to find. Pick up some additional carrots, cucumbers and even apples at your local farmer's market at the same time you're picking up the ingredients for your dip.
Cauliflower can be used to create pizza crust or even vegan buffalo wings, but did you know that it also makes for a healthy dip? If you've walked past cauliflower at the grocery store and wondered how to use it, this dip recipe is sure to spark your curiosity. When blended into a dip, cauliflower creates a creamy and neutral base to which you can add all of your favorite ingredients. In the Vegan Cheesy Cauliflower Dip, jalapenos, garlic powder, tomato paste and Bob's Red Mill Nutritional Yeast are used to create an irresistibly delicious snack. Not only is it overflowing with cheesy flavor, but this creamy dip is also loaded with nutrients like Vitamin B12 and protein. Gluten free, dairy free and vegan, it's a dip recipe that you can feel great serving your family.
Spinach and Artichoke Dip is arguably one of the most popular dips you can make. Full of creamy and cheesy goodness, it's loved by people of all ages. And it's agreeable taste makes it easy to pair with nearly anything. Veggie sticks, crackers and tortilla chips are a few of our favorite food pairings. While this dip recipe may taste like the traditional version, one thing sets it apartit is entirely dairy free. Dairy free cream cheese and nutritional yeast turn this creamy dip into an ideal snack for people who cannot tolerate dairy easily. Pair it with our gluten free crackers for an award-winning snack combo. Your friends and family will love this dairy free dip.
Ready to make these dips? Draw from one of the recipes listed above to boost your creativity in the kitchen. You can create a snack recipe that appeals to your taste preferences by working in your favorite ingredients. We can't wait to hear what you think. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, we wish you the best in your dip-making journey!
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