One of the best things about summer celebrations is the food. People get to show off their culinary skills, usually in the form of dips, snacks, and appetizers. Finger food is exactly what you want at a potluck, picnic, barbecue,  or cookout. Although you can use slow cookers, Instant Pots, or grills to make main dishes, they don’t have anything on snacks and apps! That’s why this article is all about dippin’ and chippin’.

The truth is that people will eat almost any dip at a party or gathering, so long as it is tasty. We don’t mess around with flavor here at Dherbs! Every dish you make needs to impress your taste buds, but that doesn’t mean each dip requires a long list of ingredients. As with most recipes, the quality of the ingredients is what makes the dish. If you make vegan bruschetta, for example, opt for heirloom tomatoes in place of Roma tomatoes. Quality ingredients elevate an average dish to something spectacular!

Why make your own dips when there are so many dip options in grocery stores? This is a valid question, and the simplest answer is that almost every store bought dip contains processed ingredients and preservatives. Do you want to worry about high sodium levels when you are dipping on Labor Day? We didn’t think so. With the following dips, you can both enjoy their flavors and feel good about eating them. If you make some of the dips, drop a comment to let us know if you enjoy them!

Homemade Bitchin’ Sauce

Bitchin’ Sauce is a brand that is readily available in many supermarkets, and you can typically find various flavors. This homemade version doesn’t contain any preservatives or excess sodium and it is 100% raw vegan

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Mango & Watermelon Radish Salsa

Refresh your palate and elevate your salsa game with this raw vegan dip made with mango, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, cilantro, and watermelon radish.

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The Best Guacamole Ever

When you make food in an authentic way, it tends to taste beyond delicious. That’s why this dip is the best guacamole ever.

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Homemade Baba Ganoush

A healthy and traditional Mediterranean dip that’s sure to impress, baba ganoush is a unique, roasted eggplant dip with bold flavor and a subtle char.

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Roasted Garlic White Bean Dip

Make this roasted garlic white bean dip with five simple ingredients in just five minutes of hands-on prep work. You’re going to love it!

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Watermelon Avocado Salsa

Refresh your palate and indulge in this sweet, zesty, and slightly spicy watermelon avocado salsa that embodies the flavors of summer. This salsa is so versatile and ideal for raw vegans, vegetarians, and carnivores alike.

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Healthy Homemade Hummus

Whip up a batch of this healthy homemade hummus and enjoy a smooth, creamy dip that is m

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Mangoes are rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Their benefits include: potential anticancer effects, improved immunity, and improved digestive and eye health.

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Please allow us to introduce you to one of our newest additions to the salad dressing section: our refreshing mango lime salad dressing. This vibrant blend of fresh ingredients not only tantalizes your taste buds, but also supports your health goals. This zesty dressing brings together the tropical sweetness of ripe mango with the bright acidity of fresh lime juice. that creates a harmonious marriage of flavor that can elevate nearly any salad. Let’s take a look at a few of this dressing’s health benefits.

1. Rich in vitamins: Mangos are excellent sources of vitamins A and C, both of which are necessary for optimal immune function, skin health, and vision. Lime juice gives you an added boost of vitamin C, which enhances antioxidant protection and encourages collagen synthesis.
2. Hydration booster: The high water content of mangos and limes helps support optimal hydration, making this dressing a perfect accompaniment for summer salads.
3. Anti-inflammatory properties: Both mangos and limes contain phytonutrients that exhibit anti-inflammatory activity. That may aid with the reduction of chronic inflammation and supporting overall wellness.
4. Low in calories: With a light, airy texture and zero added sugars, this mango lime dressing is a guilt-free choice for you to drizzle over your salads. In fact, you can actually enjoy all the flavors without worrying about all the extra calories that all-too-common with store bought dressings.

Whether you drizzle this dressing over a medley of mixed greens, a bowl of quinoa, or use it as a condiment for a black bean burger, our mango lime dressing adds a delightful tropical flair to your dishes while delivering a multitude of health benefits. Perfect for those looking to brighten their meals and nourish their bodies!

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There are only a handful of things that capture the essence of summer. A long beach day with the family, a day at the lake, a backyard barbecue, and, of course, biting into a juicy stone fruit. Be it a peach, nectarine, apricot, plum, pluot, or a cup of cherries, a stone fruit is nearly unmatched for summer fruits. Well, watermelon may top the list for some, but not for us!

A stone fruit, or a drupe, is a type of fruit that contains a large stone (pit) in the center. They belong to the Prunus genus family and usually have a thin skin with soft and juicy flesh. Unlike other fruits, stone fruits stop reopening right after being picked. That means that the stone fruit season is limited, but because of different ripening times, you can find stone fruit varieties throughout the year. Stone fruits provide a long list of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and you can continue reading to learn more about them. 

Peaches

A true classic, the peach has been cultivated all over the world, dating all the way back to 6,000 BC. They exhibit a scrumptiously sweet flavor, are low in calories, and have a host of health benefits. Peaches are rich in carotenoids, which are plant pigments that give peaches their signature yellow color. Carotenoids exhibit anti-inflammatory effects and may help protect against certain eye diseases and cancers. Some research shows that people who eat carotenoid-rich diets have a lower risk of developing age-related macular degeneration. 

Apricots

These small, orange stone fruits are naturally rich in vitamins A, C, E, K, and several B vitamins. Fresh apricots are especially rich in beta-carotene, which is a carotenoid that the body converts into vitamin A. Apricots are particularly rich in this plant pigment, in addition to other plant compounds that help protect against oxidative stress. One study with 1,300 people suffering from gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD) found that people who ate apricots daily experienced significantly fewer GERD symptoms compared to those who didn’t. Apricots may also improve digestion by accelerating the rate at which food moves through the digestive tract.

Lychee

The lychee fruit offers a distinct flavor and texture. The sweet and refreshing white flesh is protected by a sturdy, inedible pink skin. One cup of lychees fulfills 226% of the recommended daily intake (RDI) of vitamin C and 7% of the RDI of folate. Lychees are also rich in phosphorus, copper, potassium, and good amounts of riboflavin (vitamin B2). They also provide phenolic compounds, including epicatechin, rutin, caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, and gallic acid, all of which exhibit powerful antioxidant effects. 

Plums

Plums, despite their size, pack an impressive nutritional punch. They are naturally rich in vitamins A, C, and K, and offer an assortment of phenolic compounds, including kaempferol and proanthocyanidins. Phenolic compounds work to protect your cells from damaging free radicals, which may help reduce your risk of neurodegenerative illnesses and heart disease. Prunes, which are dried plums, may help increase bone mineral density and relieve constipation. Think of prunes like concentrated doses of the nutrients you find in plums. 

Mangos

Didn’t think you’d see mangos on this list, did you? Most people don’t realize that mangos belong to the stone fruit family. They are naturally rich in several B vitamins, vitamin K, vitamin E, vitamin C, magnesium, copper, and potassium. Like other stone fruits, mangos offer a diverse mix of antioxidant compounds, including anthocyanins and carotenoids. Mangos are high-fiber fruits, so it helps promote healthy digestion. One study involved people with chronic constipation. Researchers observed that eating two cups of mango daily significantly improved stool consistency and frequency. 

Cherries

Last, but not certainly not least, we have cherries, which have a sweet and slightly tart flavor. Cherries are great sources of manganese, magnesium, copper, vitamins B6, C, and K, potassium, and lots of antioxidants, including procyanidins, anthocyanins, and flavonols. These antioxidants work to reduce inflammatory processes, potentially reducing your risk of some chronic diseases. A small one-month study found that people who consumed a little less than two cups of cherries per day significantly reduced inflammatory markers, including C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin 18 (IL-18). Other studies indicate that cherries may help improve sleep, reduce post-exercise muscle soreness, and regulate blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

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The sun is obviously shining, and the only thing missing is a glass of this refreshing summer smoothie. This creation is a symphony of summer flavors, a frosty dance of bliss, if you will. After sipping on a frosty glass of this potion of pure joy, we’d love to hear what your thoughts are. Drop a comment below or tag us on social media to let us know how you like the recipe. That is how we know to keep posting recipes like this. The feedback helps us help you on your cleansing journey.

If you are familiar with our content, you know how much we love seasonal produce. It just tastes better! Since the summer sun is shining, you know that stone fruits are in season. We are talking about peaches, nectarines, cherries, apricots, plums, and mangos. Yes, a mango is considered a tropical stone fruit and exhibits a juicy, sweet flavor. Each stone fruit variety bursts with its own unique flavor and health benefits. They make for great smoothie, salad, and dessert ingredients, giving your recipes a little extra pizzazz, tartness, and unique sweetness.

Stone fruits offer unique antioxidants, potassium, and vibrant vitamins. This smoothie contains a plum, peach (or nectarine), mango, and apricot, each of which offers a unique nutritional profile. Typically, stone fruits offer high amounts of vitamins A & C, and they also contain fiber, folate, protein, potassium, and some B vitamins, depending on the variety. They are great for the digestive system and can help enhance your hydration efforts, which is crucial during the hotter summer months.

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Finding ripe mangos in the supermarket is such a lovely treat. You can enjoy them raw as a healthy snack, blend them into smoothies, add them as a topping to chia pudding, or incorporate them into healthy desserts. Mangos are incredibly versatile and go great with a variety of flavors. They provide a tropical sweetness that can refresh you on a hot day, making them a great fruit for summer.

Summertime is the best time to make homemade popsicles. Just make sure that you enjoy them quickly before all of that deliciously frozen mango starts melting onto your hands. Unlike traditional popsicles that you buy in the store, these mango popsicles don’t freeze in the same way. That is because of the sugar! Natural sugars don’t necessarily freeze the same way as high fructose corn syrup and other processed sugars, which are typically in store bought popsicles. This recipe calls for maple syrup, but you can use raw agave nectar as a direct swap if you have it on hand.

For this recipes, you will need six cups of mango chunks. If fresh mangos are not readily available for you, you can use frozen mangos, provided they do not have added sugars or preservatives. That is a great cleansing hack for smoothies or other recipes that require frozen fruit! Lastly, if you have silicone popsicle molds, use them because the popsicles come out much more easily than they do from plastic molds.

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During the summer months, it seems fitting to indulge in a spicy and sweet symphony of flavor that simultaneously refreshes the palate. Even though the ingredients, flavors, and textures are diverse, they somehow form a beautiful marriage to satisfy you taste buds. Not only is this simple cucumber mango salad a tantalizing treat, but it also provides you with essential vitamins and minerals. Each bite packs a healthy dose of vitamin C and other antioxidants that help boost immune function!

Don’t be afraid of the spicy cayenne dressing, which awakens your senses. The capsaicin in cayenne helps to get your metabolism firing on all cylinders and helps to encourage healthy circulation. Don’t be afraid that the hot cayenne because it will not cause you to overheat. Cucumber’s cooling crunch provides a pleasant respite from the intense summer heat. Researchers have also noted that some nutrients in mangos may help soothe lingering stress or anxiety. Is this a salad or a bowl of health benefits?

The great thing about a salad is that it does not have to contain lettuce or other traditional “salad” ingredients. You can make a salad your own with the ingredients you have on hand. That’s how this recipe came to be! Use what you have and the possibilities are endless. You may just surprise yourself with an incredible creation that becomes a staple recipe in your rotation.

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Don’t you want to level up your breakfast game? How about enjoying a sweet treat for breakfast without worrying about spiking blood sugar levels? Well, it’s time to indulge in the sweet surrender that is our tropical chia pudding with mango. This simple concoction is as exotic as an afternoon stroll along a serene Hawaiian beach. One bite transports will have you feeling the salty air in your hair and warm sun on your skin.

Imagine a velvety-smooth pudding that reminds you of eating tapioca. Well, that’s exactly what chia pudding is! Unlike other recipes, which blend mangos with the other ingredients, this recipe incorporates fresh mango chunks into the chia mixture. The juiciness of the mangoes burst with a freshness that complements the creamy chia pudding. Plus, you get a hint of warm spice from the cinnamon and ginger.

But that’s not all, folks! In case you want to enhance the tropical experience of this pudding, you can add optional desiccated coconut. That offers an extra textural element, which makes for a more enjoyable eating experience. So go ahead, take a spoonful (or a jarful!) of this tropical creation and let the worries of the world melt away. Your taste buds will thank you, we promise.

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A quick warning about these energy bites: you have to be careful not to scarf down every single one all at once! These mango cashew and ginger energy bites are some of the better ones we’ve put out on our website. They are tropical, slightly sweet, and have a subtle kick from the fresh ginger root. Roll these little balls of nutritious goodness in desiccated coconut for an extra textural and flavorful element. If you dislike coconut (we know you’re out there), then you can skip the coconut.

Another thing to note about this recipe is that it calls for dried mango, not fresh mango. If the recipe contained fresh mango, the consistency would not be correct. Additionally, they would not last as long in the fridge. When purchasing dried mango, make sure that you purchase a bag that does not contain added sugars or preservatives like sulfur dioxide. Those ingredients render the dried fruit unhealthy and you cannot consume them while cleansing. Natural is best!

Energy bites are great because they double as a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack, helping to satiate you between meals. They also make for great pre- or post-workout snacks that help provide your muscles with nutrients they need to perform or recover. The last thing we’ll say is that, although these energy bites are not a tropical ray of sunshine, they may help brighten your day. Or at least they’ll make your taste buds happy, and that’s the real win!

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It’s not often that you get to say, “I can’t wait to dive into this bowl of raw vegan ice cream that doesn’t contain added sugars.” That’s not a sentence that people ever utter, but maybe we should change that. This mango pineapple turmeric ice cream is creamy, perfectly sweet, fruity, and mouthwateringly delicious. You’ll wish your bowl wasn’t empty after you devour your first scoop or two.

Not only do mango and pineapple provide the sweetness, but they also do wonders for your gut health. The addition of turmeric makes this raw vegan ice cream anti-inflammatory in nature. Plus, this recipe contains fresh liquid and meat from young Thai coconuts. Fresh coconut water is naturally sweet and provides electrolytes that help enhance your hydration efforts. If you cannot get your hands on a young Thai coconut in the grocery store, feel free to use a regular coconut with hard meat. The water is not as sweet, but it provides similar electrolytes and flavor. Alternatively, just use filtered water!

If you like a sweet and refreshing dessert after dinner, this is going to be your new favorite recipe. You can top it with unsweetened, desiccated coconut, raw agave nectar, berries, or any other type of fresh fruit. If you want to be experimental, feel free to blend strawberries into the ice cream. Lastly, it is sweet enough to the point where you don’t need agave nectar or maple syrup. In fact, you can even serve it to your kids as a healthy treat!

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