dips Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:34:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Here are 3 Delicious Varieties of Hummus to Try Making at Home https://thedancingcucumber.com/here-are-3-delicious-varieties-of-hummus-to-try-making-at-home/ Sun, 18 Aug 2024 08:49:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9973 Hummus is one of the most popular dips across the world. Originating in the Middle East with a huge range of methods and versions from different countries and cultures, this delicious dish has become a staple of many people’s diets. The classic hummus is made using chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, but […]

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]]> Hummus is one of the most popular dips across the world. Originating in the Middle East with a huge range of methods and versions from different countries and cultures, this delicious dish has become a staple of many people’s diets. The classic hummus is made using chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, but this tasty dip can be made with whatever you like. Here are three varieties to try making at home.

Beetroot Hummus

Beetroot is incredibly healthy and is an amazing addition to hummus. Not only does it add a lovely earthy flavor, but it also brings a stunning pink color to the dish. Simply add some cooked beetroot to a basic hummus recipe before blending.

Broad Bean Hummus

Broad beans are a wonderful ingredient. They’re packed of vitamins and minerals, while also being high in protein and delicious. They’re a perfect substitute for chickpeas in a tasty dip, so simply cook some to use in your hummus.

Red Lentil Hummus

Another incredible legume that’s not only super healthy but also very tasty. If you want to compliment the subtle savory flavor of the lentils you could add some sundried tomatoes to the hummus before blending as well, and this will bring out the pretty red color even more.

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]]> Your Guide to Making Snickerdoodle Hummus https://thedancingcucumber.com/your-guide-to-making-snickerdoodle-hummus/ Sun, 11 Aug 2024 08:13:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9934 If you love adding flavor to your meals with some thick Middle Eastern hummus, then hold onto your hat—Snickerdoodle Hummus is sure to take you by surprise. Here’s your guide to making Snickerdoodle Hummus that you’re sure to adore. Ingredients: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Plant-Based Juniors (@plantbasedjuniors) Instructions: View this […]

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]]> If you love adding flavor to your meals with some thick Middle Eastern hummus, then hold onto your hat—Snickerdoodle Hummus is sure to take you by surprise. Here’s your guide to making Snickerdoodle Hummus that you’re sure to adore.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 /4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons coconut milk
  • Crushed cookies

Instructions:

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and put them in a blender. Pulse for 10 seconds.
  2. Add the almond butter, brown sugar, coconut milk, ground cinnamon, vanilla bean paste, maple syrup, and salt. Blend on high speed for 45 seconds.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula and blend for another 30 to 45 seconds.
  4. Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl.

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]]> Try Making This Super Satisfying Baba Ghanoush https://thedancingcucumber.com/try-making-this-super-satisfying-baba-ghanoush/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:30:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9762 Baba ghanoush is a traditional Levantine dip made from smoky eggplant. It’s rich and creamy and is perfect for dipping pita bread and vegetable sticks into. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and produces a creamy and satisfying dip which is an ideal starter. This recipe will serve 4-6, and can easily be doubled […]

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]]> Baba ghanoush is a traditional Levantine dip made from smoky eggplant. It’s rich and creamy and is perfect for dipping pita bread and vegetable sticks into. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and produces a creamy and satisfying dip which is an ideal starter. This recipe will serve 4-6, and can easily be doubled to make a larger quantity.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried coriander

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 360℉. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
  2. Place the eggplant on the baking tray, drizzle with oil, and pop into the oven for 40-50 minutes, until the skin is entirely blackened. 
  3. Cut the eggplant in half and remove the skin. Squeeze and drain any excess liquid and then add the remaining eggplant to a large bowl. 
  4. Into the bowl pour the lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, coriander, and half the parsley leaves. 
  5. Mix everything together, ensuring the eggplant breaks up. 
  6. Once well combined, transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, scatter over the remaining parsley leaves, and enjoy. 

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]]> Texas Caviar is a Great Tortilla Chip Dip https://thedancingcucumber.com/texas-caviar-is-a-great-tortilla-chip-dip/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:18:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6688 What comes to your mind when you think of the word “caviar”? Do you think about fish roe? Do you think of an expensive, salty product you’ve probably tried once (if ever) in your life?  Normal caviar might have those connotations, but there is a special type of caviar from the American state of Texas […]

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]]> What comes to your mind when you think of the word “caviar”? Do you think about fish roe? Do you think of an expensive, salty product you’ve probably tried once (if ever) in your life? 

Normal caviar might have those connotations, but there is a special type of caviar from the American state of Texas that will totally change your concept of this food!

Texas caviar is a no-frills, easy-to-prepare dip that takes an ingredient that looks like caviar and combines it with vegetables and a vinaigrette dressing to make an addicting snack.

Black-eyed peas are a common thing to find in Southern cooking, and they are the star ingredient used in Texas caviar. These savory, slightly nutty peas are the base and the flavor that dominates the dip. Oh yeah, and their black “eyes” are what gives this dish its name due to their resemblance with caviar!

Other things you can expect to find in this delicious dip include black beans, corn, onions, green peppers, lime juice, tomatoes, olive oil, and red wine vinaigrette. More and more people have also begun using avocado in this dip, which gives it a new twist!

The most common type of chip to dip in Texas caviar is tortilla chips, whose crispy character pairs perfectly with the dip’s other ingredients.

Have you tried Texas caviar before? What did you think?

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]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> dips Archives - thedancingcucumber.com thedancingcucumber.com Thu, 15 Aug 2024 14:34:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Here are 3 Delicious Varieties of Hummus to Try Making at Home https://thedancingcucumber.com/here-are-3-delicious-varieties-of-hummus-to-try-making-at-home/ Sun, 18 Aug 2024 08:49:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9973 Hummus is one of the most popular dips across the world. Originating in the Middle East with a huge range of methods and versions from different countries and cultures, this delicious dish has become a staple of many people’s diets. The classic hummus is made using chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, but […]

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]]> Hummus is one of the most popular dips across the world. Originating in the Middle East with a huge range of methods and versions from different countries and cultures, this delicious dish has become a staple of many people’s diets. The classic hummus is made using chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil, but this tasty dip can be made with whatever you like. Here are three varieties to try making at home.

Beetroot Hummus

Beetroot is incredibly healthy and is an amazing addition to hummus. Not only does it add a lovely earthy flavor, but it also brings a stunning pink color to the dish. Simply add some cooked beetroot to a basic hummus recipe before blending.

Broad Bean Hummus

Broad beans are a wonderful ingredient. They’re packed of vitamins and minerals, while also being high in protein and delicious. They’re a perfect substitute for chickpeas in a tasty dip, so simply cook some to use in your hummus.

Red Lentil Hummus

Another incredible legume that’s not only super healthy but also very tasty. If you want to compliment the subtle savory flavor of the lentils you could add some sundried tomatoes to the hummus before blending as well, and this will bring out the pretty red color even more.

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]]> Your Guide to Making Snickerdoodle Hummus https://thedancingcucumber.com/your-guide-to-making-snickerdoodle-hummus/ Sun, 11 Aug 2024 08:13:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9934 If you love adding flavor to your meals with some thick Middle Eastern hummus, then hold onto your hat—Snickerdoodle Hummus is sure to take you by surprise. Here’s your guide to making Snickerdoodle Hummus that you’re sure to adore. Ingredients: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Plant-Based Juniors (@plantbasedjuniors) Instructions: View this […]

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]]> If you love adding flavor to your meals with some thick Middle Eastern hummus, then hold onto your hat—Snickerdoodle Hummus is sure to take you by surprise. Here’s your guide to making Snickerdoodle Hummus that you’re sure to adore.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
  • 1 /4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons almond butter
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons coconut milk
  • Crushed cookies

Instructions:

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and put them in a blender. Pulse for 10 seconds.
  2. Add the almond butter, brown sugar, coconut milk, ground cinnamon, vanilla bean paste, maple syrup, and salt. Blend on high speed for 45 seconds.
  3. Scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula and blend for another 30 to 45 seconds.
  4. Scoop the hummus into a serving bowl.

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]]> Try Making This Super Satisfying Baba Ghanoush https://thedancingcucumber.com/try-making-this-super-satisfying-baba-ghanoush/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:30:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=9762 Baba ghanoush is a traditional Levantine dip made from smoky eggplant. It’s rich and creamy and is perfect for dipping pita bread and vegetable sticks into. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and produces a creamy and satisfying dip which is an ideal starter. This recipe will serve 4-6, and can easily be doubled […]

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]]> Baba ghanoush is a traditional Levantine dip made from smoky eggplant. It’s rich and creamy and is perfect for dipping pita bread and vegetable sticks into. This recipe is surprisingly easy to make and produces a creamy and satisfying dip which is an ideal starter. This recipe will serve 4-6, and can easily be doubled to make a larger quantity.

Ingredients:

  • 1 large eggplant
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ¼ cup tahini
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried cumin
  • ½ teaspoon dried coriander

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 360℉. Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
  2. Place the eggplant on the baking tray, drizzle with oil, and pop into the oven for 40-50 minutes, until the skin is entirely blackened. 
  3. Cut the eggplant in half and remove the skin. Squeeze and drain any excess liquid and then add the remaining eggplant to a large bowl. 
  4. Into the bowl pour the lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, garlic, salt, cumin, coriander, and half the parsley leaves. 
  5. Mix everything together, ensuring the eggplant breaks up. 
  6. Once well combined, transfer the mixture to a serving bowl. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, scatter over the remaining parsley leaves, and enjoy. 

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]]> Texas Caviar is a Great Tortilla Chip Dip https://thedancingcucumber.com/texas-caviar-is-a-great-tortilla-chip-dip/ Tue, 17 Nov 2020 11:18:00 +0000 https://thedancingcucumber.com/?p=6688 What comes to your mind when you think of the word “caviar”? Do you think about fish roe? Do you think of an expensive, salty product you’ve probably tried once (if ever) in your life?  Normal caviar might have those connotations, but there is a special type of caviar from the American state of Texas […]

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]]> What comes to your mind when you think of the word “caviar”? Do you think about fish roe? Do you think of an expensive, salty product you’ve probably tried once (if ever) in your life? 

Normal caviar might have those connotations, but there is a special type of caviar from the American state of Texas that will totally change your concept of this food!

Texas caviar is a no-frills, easy-to-prepare dip that takes an ingredient that looks like caviar and combines it with vegetables and a vinaigrette dressing to make an addicting snack.

Black-eyed peas are a common thing to find in Southern cooking, and they are the star ingredient used in Texas caviar. These savory, slightly nutty peas are the base and the flavor that dominates the dip. Oh yeah, and their black “eyes” are what gives this dish its name due to their resemblance with caviar!

Other things you can expect to find in this delicious dip include black beans, corn, onions, green peppers, lime juice, tomatoes, olive oil, and red wine vinaigrette. More and more people have also begun using avocado in this dip, which gives it a new twist!

The most common type of chip to dip in Texas caviar is tortilla chips, whose crispy character pairs perfectly with the dip’s other ingredients.

Have you tried Texas caviar before? What did you think?

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