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All in Dips and sauces
Healthy and quick to make dips are a great made ahead solution for a savoury snack, a lunch box or a BBQ spread. It takes 5 mins to make and keeps in the fridge for 2-3 days. That classic pea and mint combo is divine on toasted sourdough, or as a side with grilled chicken, salmon or grilled lamb chops.
It’s no secret that we love salads here at The Health Boost. A good dressing though is essential as it can make or break a salad. Here we have our favourite 6 salad dressings. If you are looking for a salad to go with those dressings we have lots under our Soups and Salad section. Or else head to our Instagram account - The Health Boost - where we post our lunch salads daily.
This almond butter salad dressing is so good you almost don’t need to pair it with a salad. We could happily devour from the spoon! However if you do want it go with a salad make a salad with robust leaves such as kale and then it’s a match made in heaven.
This dressing is inspired from the flavours of Asia. Pairs perfectly with thinly sliced cucumber for an accompaniment to a table of salads and grilled meats and fish.
This salad dressing is a classic and a favourite from the French member of our team. You can add as much or as little garlic as you like depending on who you want to scare away. You can choose whichever herbs you have to hand.
A delicious spicy harissa paste salad dressing that’s mellowed with the addition of creamy Greek yoghurt. We use the Belazu rose harissa paste which we have found is very popular with our families.
A lovely nutty salad dressing that’s lifted with the tang of the Dijon mustard. Pairs perfectly with a robust grain salad or roasted vegetables. If left to sit it might thicken up, so just loosen again with a splash of water.
This dressing is an excellent addition to salads and veggie platters. It’s creamy with the earthy and nuttiness of tahini - accentuated by the ginger and lime. It’s great for vegans and post-menopausal women worried about their calcium intake as tahini is a good source of calcium.
When my kids were little, as most toddlers do, they went through a phase of refusing everything green added to their plate. Shock horror! My way round it was to add Green Pesto to their pasta. From then on, pesto, was always going to be homemade. Over the years, I have made green pesto and red pesto alike. It is so easy and delicious. Pick and choose the vegetables you enjoy, pick and mix the nuts and have fun creating....and eating of course! This is my favourite Mediterranean combination.
If you want a tasty, budget friendly 5 minute recipe which is also brain boosting, look no further. This is perfect for children who love the taste of tinned sardines. This quick sardine pâté recipe is packed with omega-3 fatty acids and the ideal savoury healthy snack or delicious as part of a summer lunch spread, served with toasted bread, carrot sticks or oat crackers.
Hummus (or houmous) is one of those items a lot of us buy on repeat, but honestly it is the easiest thing ever to make yourself! It’s so much fun playing around with spices, flavours, textures and extras! This super quick and easy recipe is for a base to which you can then add anything and make your own!. You can then enjoy it as a dip, as a protein hit on a salad plate, or to serve with warm flat breads with drinks.
At the Health Boost we believe that the sure way to sustaining healthy eating on a long term basis is to keep it simple. Few ingredients, inspired by the seasons and available locally. This dip is just that and will make the perfect offering with summer drinks, barbecues served with warm flat breads or corn tortillas.
A classic French vinaigrette was one of the first things my mother taught me to make. We always made a big batch to last the week, and it's a custom I still do to this day. This can be made in any quantity, just remember the 3 part olive oil and 1 part acidic rule. The acidic base can be vinegar or lemon juice or a combination of the two. When we were little I also used to add a touch of honey, but with a good quality olive oil I don't think this is necessary any more, but do add if you prefer.
At the Health Boost we love a green pesto. Spring and summer provide us with amazing green herbs, leaves and shoots and the greatest opportunities to experiment with green pesto. A homemade pesto is a great base for a bright and zingy salad dressing if you add olive oil and the juice of a lemon. As a make ahead and refrigerate item, it will become your best friend for a last minute delicious meal. Spoon some on top of a salmon fillet or chicken thighs before sliding in the oven and serve with a side salad.
Once again we are back with a very simple, quick and versatile recipe. To be enjoyed all year round, it is a fantastic prepped in advance lunch box item which can also be served chilled to accompany evening drinks or as a starter for your next dinner party. Salmon and dill is such a deliciously fresh classic combination.
This recipe came about after a friend said she fancied a pea houmous and could I come up with a recipe for her. Well of course I could, so here it is Gayle! I added mint and cumin since they both go so well with peas. You can use this as a dip, or mixed into a salad to give it a protein hit.
This creamy dressing is perfect if you are looking for a hearty salad dressing. Also great poured over roasted vegetables. The protein and healthy fats from the cashew nuts and avocado will help to sustain you on busy days. This dressing will keep in a jar in the fridge for a couple of days.
As days get longer and the summer approaches, not fast enough may I add, we start longing for relaxed alfresco eating ideas. What better than to look at classic Mediterranean dips and starters? One of my favourites from childhood summers spent on the French Riviera is Tapenade. It's so easy to make...
We love to keep things simple, healthy and delicious so here we go: what we give you here is a 2 or maybe 3 ingredients only, quick & easy recipe. Your perfect go to recipe for entertaining all year round and keep your guests happy before dinner. This also makes a brilliant lunchbox item for kids and grown-ups alike with flat breads or raw veggie sticks.
