Homemade Condiments for Grilling Season

Condiments are the best-supporting actors in your meals. Fresh guacamole, sweet grilled onions, and homemade smoky BBQ sauce can take your average burger from mediocre to exceptional. While you can find pre-packaged varieties at the grocery store, the processed, jarred stuff doesn’t hold a candle to the flavor of homemade versions made from fresh and simple ingredients.

While making your own homemade condiments and dressings may seem daunting, it’s actually super easy to do – especially with your nutribullet in tow. All you need to do is add the ingredients to your cup and blend to elevate your meals this grilling season.

Homemade Dips, Salad Dressings, and Sauces

Try out these recipes, and you may never look at dips and sauces the same way again.

1. Avocado Cilantro Dip – Without wanting to sound too dramatic, this recipe is a game-changer. Smooth with a little bit of bite thanks in large part to the tomatillos, a generous smear of this creamy dip on your burger will take it to a whole new level. You can also serve it alongside a bowl full of chips. This dip tastes so good, you may have a hard time believing that it offers some serious health benefits. Avocados are virtually the only fruit that contains heart-healthy monounsaturated fat – a good kind of fat that helps to keep you feeling full while offering protection from cardiovascular disease.
2. Honey Mustard Dressing – Most of us opt for salad with the best of intentions, but if your bowl of greens is drenched in a creamy dressing and bacon bits, you may be eating more than you bargained for. Making your own homemade salad dressing is an easy way to control the quality of ingredients – and it often tastes better, too! This homemade honey mustard dressing is the perfect synergy of savory and sweet and costs a fraction of bottled store-bought varieties. Plus, it’s versatile and tastes equally as delicious with grilled chicken or fish as it does on a salad or wrap.
3. Tzatziki Dressing -The Mediterranean style of eating is consistently praised for its emphasis on healthful whole foods including whole grains, fruits, vegetables, a variety of herbs and spices, and of course, healthy fats. Take your taste buds on a tour of the seaside region with this creamy and refreshing dressing. Toss in salads, use as a dipping sauce alongside kebabs, or serve in a falafel-filled pita.
4. Homemade BBQ Sauce – Five simple ingredients are all you need to impress your guests at your next backyard BBQ or summertime soiree. If you’re a culinary overachiever, you can even make your own ketchup to use as an ingredient in the sauce.
5. Easy Balsamic Vinegar Dressing – This no-fuss dressing may quickly become your go-to recipe when looking for a simple way to elevate your homemade salads. Keep any leftover dressing stored in your fridge so you’ll always have your favorite salad accompaniment on hand. Check out these tips for more ways to make your homemade salad rival that from your favorite restaurant.
6. Classic Hummus – Packed with plant protein and healthful fats, there’s a reason why registered dietitians love hummus. Thankfully, it’s also delicious.  Offer to bring a tray of veggies alongside hummus to your next potluck for a fresh and healthy appetizer.

With simple ingredients and your favorite nutribullet, you’ll never need to buy condiments from stores again. Happy eating!