Zhoug (Clean Version)
Inspired by: Yemeni/Israeli spicy herb sauce Flavor: Spicy, herbal, citrusy Ingredients: Cilantro, parsley, garlic, chili, lemon juice (no oil or vinegar) Use for: Drizzle, dip, or dressing base
Herbed Date Chutney
Inspired by: Persian and Arabian sweet-savory sauces Flavor: Sweet, tart, minty Ingredients: Medjool dates, lemon juice, mint, parsley, cinnamon Use for: Topping for squash, raw veggie rolls, roasted sweet potatoes
Oil-Free Baba Ghanoush-Inspired Spread
Inspired by: Levantine cuisine Flavor: Smoky, smooth, earthy Ingredients: Roasted eggplant, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, cumin (no oil, no tahini) Use for: Lettuce wraps, veggie plates, or zucchini boats
Lemon-Garlic Tahini-Free Sauce
Inspired by: Lebanese garlic sauce (toum) and tahini-based dips Flavor: Bright, garlicky, creamy (without fat in the morning) Ingredients: Lemon juice, garlic, water, optional raw zucchini or cauliflower for creaminess Use for: Veggie wraps, raw…
Carrot-Coriander Sauce
Flavor: Sweet, warm, slightly spicy Inspired by: Moroccan-style spices Ingredients: Steamed or raw carrots, fresh coriander, cumin, lemon juice Use for: Dip, topping for squash or roasted veggies
Fresh Za’atar Sprinkle
Flavor: Herbal, citrusy, tangy Inspired by: Levantine pantry staple Ingredients: Thyme, sumac, oregano, sesame-free version, no oil Use for: Salad topping, veggie coating, raw wraps
Wild Mushroom Garlic Spread
Flavor: Deep, earthy, savory Inspired by: Rustic Italian or Balkan foraged cuisine Ingredients: Sautéed lion’s mane or shiitake, garlic, thyme, lemon Use for: Mushroom toast (on raw veggie "bread"), spread on eggplant slices
Date-Herb Chutney
Flavor: Sweet, tangy, earthy Inspired by: North African and Levantine sweet-savory pairings Ingredients: Medjool dates, lemon juice, mint, parsley, touch of cumin or cinnamon Use for: Raw wraps, roasted squash, beet dips
Tomato-Herb Sauce (Oil-Free)
Flavor: Classic, savory Inspired by: Italian and Greek tomato sauces Ingredients: Fresh or gently cooked tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, thyme Use for: Zucchini noodles, baked veggies, wild mushroom “meatballs”
Raw Cucumber-Dill Dressing
Flavor: Cool, creamy, herby Inspired by: Tzatziki (but no yogurt or dairy) Ingredients: Cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, fresh dill, optional hemp or coconut cream (if used later in day) Use for: Lettuce wraps, tomato salad,…