This is my rendition of the incredibly (naughty, fattening, and oh so) delicious dip that graces almost all menus in almost all bars and family restaurants in the Western world; it’s got spinach, it has to be healthy then, right? Wrong! That dip is so bad for you it should be illegal. Here is my lighter version and to be honest, you can’t tell ...
Appetizers
Salsa
Salsa This isn’t your traditional fresh tomato salsa, I like to cook mine and then chill it. I’m not sure where I came up with this but man it works! This recipe is great in the months that tomatoes aren’t in season and are therefore lacking in flavour. I love tomatoes I’m sure you’ve noticed but in case I haven’t stressed it enough: tomatoes ...
Roasted Tomato Hummus
Roasted Tomato Hummus I know I must seem like I’m stretching the whole roasted vegetable thing, and the whole hummus thing but I swear; it’s really good! This is great as a starter or even as a spread on a sandwich and with autumn officially here, we can all use extra tomato recipes in our arsenal! Serves up to 8 1 tbsp extra virgin olive ...
Guacamole
Guacamole Somewhere along the line avocados became a fruit to be avoided (yes, it is a fruit). While yes, there are a lot more calories and fat (healthy fat) in an avocado the health benefits of this food, in my mind, make this a super food. Avocados are packed full of fibre to help with weight loss or maintenance, they are rich in antioxidants, ...
Sweet Onion Hummus
Sweet Onion Hummus Now, I’m not promising you’re going to have the freshest breath after eating this but its so yummy; you won’t care. The key to this recipe is to plan ahead; roast the onions and let them cool to room temperature before making the hummus. Serves up to 8 3 Medium onions, chopped 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 540 ml ...
French Onion Dip
French Onion Dip With the holidays coming it is more important than ever to find that delicate balance between indulgence and gluttony! I love the cheese tray and the veggies and dip. The bad news? They’re really loaded with fat. The good news? This recipe is virtually fat free and delicious; and good for you! Makes about one cup 1 ...
Tuscan Bean Dip
Tuscan Bean Dip This could be considered the Italian version of hummus but instead of chickpeas this recipe calls for white kidney beans (cannellini beans), which are smoother and give off a buttery texture. I’d point out how this is low fat and healthy but would you still try it? Makes 2.5 cups 1 540 ml can of white kidney beans ...