Wild Mushroom Tapenade
Inspired by: Southern European olive tapenade Flavor: Umami-rich, herby Ingredients: Rehydrated shiitake or lion’s mane, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary Use for: Veggie toast (grain-free), wraps, savory zucchini dishes
Raw Apple-Onion Relish
Inspired by: German-style sweet-sour chutneys Flavor: Sweet, pungent Ingredients: Grated apple, red onion, lemon juice, thyme Use for: Topping for roasted veggies or cabbage rolls
Herb Mustard (DIY, Vinegar-Free)
Inspired by: Dijon, German, and British mustards Flavor: Bold, tangy, sharp Ingredients: Ground mustard seed, lemon juice, tarragon, thyme, garlic Use for: Wraps, veggie plates, slaws Note: Must be homemade—store-bought versions usually contain vinegar
Mushroom Gravy (No Oil, No Flour)
Inspired by: British and German pan gravies Flavor: Savory, deep Ingredients: Shiitake or lion’s mane mushrooms, garlic, lemon juice, rosemary, vegetable broth (homemade) Use for: Root vegetables, squash, mashed cauliflower
Raw Beetroot Horseradish Sauce
Inspired by: Eastern European horseradish condiments Flavor: Sweet, earthy, sharp Ingredients: Raw beet, grated horseradish root (fresh), lemon juice Use for: Root veggie dishes, mushroom cutlets
Celeriac Remoulade (No Mayo, No Vinegar)
Inspired by: French cold deli sauce Flavor: Creamy, tangy Ingredients: Shredded raw celeriac, lemon juice, garlic, optional herb blend Use for: Wraps, slaws, light lunches
Romesco (Clean Catalan-Inspired Version)
Inspired by: Spanish romesco sauce Flavor: Roasted, slightly sweet, smoky Ingredients: Roasted red bell peppers, garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika Use for: Cauliflower, zucchini, grilled wild mushrooms
Basil-Pistou (No Cheese, No Oil)
Inspired by: French pistou and Italian pesto Flavor: Fresh, aromatic, green Ingredients: Basil, lemon juice, garlic, optional raw zucchini or cauliflower for creaminess Use for: Pasta alternatives (e.g., veggie noodles), raw veggie dip Avoid: Nuts,…
Lemon-Herb Aioli (Egg-Free, Oil-Free)
Inspired by: French aioli and Spanish alioli Flavor: Zesty, garlicky, creamy Ingredients: Raw cauliflower or zucchini, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, sea salt Use for: Veggie dip, wrap spread, topping for roasted roots
Tomato-Herb Sauce (No Oil, No Sugar)
Inspired by: Italian sugo di pomodoro, French sauce tomate Flavor: Savory, sweet, herby Ingredients: Fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme Use for: Zucchini noodles, baked vegetables, wild mushroom meatballs