Dairy-Free Condiment Recipes (Spreads, Dips & Salad Dressings) https://godairyfree.org/recipes/condiments-and-salad-dressings Mon, 06 Apr 2026 21:46:57 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://godairyfree.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/cropped-GoCow-32x32.png Dairy-Free Condiment Recipes (Spreads, Dips & Salad Dressings) https://godairyfree.org/recipes/condiments-and-salad-dressings 32 32 232693008 Homemade Dairy-Free Veggie Cream Cheese for Bagels & More https://godairyfree.org/recipes/homemade-dairy-free-veggie-cream-cheese https://godairyfree.org/recipes/homemade-dairy-free-veggie-cream-cheese#comments Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:28:27 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=341062 There is nothing quite like a toasted bagel loaded with garden vegetable cream cheese. It’s a weekend staple. But if you avoid dairy, finding a store-bought alternative is nearly impossible. Enter this easy, chef-created, homemade dairy-free veggie cream cheese. It’s fresh, flavorful, creamy, and perfectly chunky, and it combines a little convenience with from-scratch ingredients for [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/homemade-dairy-free-veggie-cream-cheese/feed 1 341062 The Best Cranberry Sauce for Your Dairy-Free Meal https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-spiced-cranberry-sauce https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-spiced-cranberry-sauce#comments Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:18:55 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=324292 Cranberry sauce is one of those naturally dairy-free condiments that we love around the holidays. Okay, I even love it on sandwiches in summer! It’s been a tradition for so long that there are many recipe variations, but this warmly spiced dairy-free cranberry sauce is a favorite. The prep couldn’t be easier – just dump [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-spiced-cranberry-sauce/feed 1 324292 Classic Dairy-Free Tzatziki + 12 Delicious Ways to Serve It https://godairyfree.org/recipes/classic-dairy-free-tzatziki https://godairyfree.org/recipes/classic-dairy-free-tzatziki#comments Tue, 09 Sep 2025 20:50:00 +0000 http://gdftest.co.cc/s6-recipes/c31-appetizers/tzatziki-vegan-gluten-free/ You might not be able to order it in restaurants, but cool, creamy tzatziki is easy to make at home without dairy! Our dairy-free tzatziki recipe uses the best vegan yogurt options, and melds ingredient traditions from Greece and Cyprus. It has a refreshing tang that adds delicious contrast to heartier Mediterranean dishes: from plant-based [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/classic-dairy-free-tzatziki/feed 2 161269 Dairy-Free Pizza Dip that’s Easy, Delicious, and Nut-Free https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-pizza-dip https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-pizza-dip#comments Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:18:50 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=279361 What’s more fun than pizza night? How about pizza afternoon?! This dairy-free pizza dip is a delicious snack time, game day, or party twist on everyone’s favorite margherita-style flatbread. It’s layered with gooey allergy-friendly “cheese” and savory marinara for the perfect pizzeria finish. Even the pickiest kids (and adults!) will delight in this secretly simple, [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-pizza-dip/feed 3 279361 Creamy Orange Salad Dressing that’s Naturally Oil-Free https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-orange-salad-dressing https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-orange-salad-dressing#respond Tue, 22 Jul 2025 18:22:50 +0000 http://gdftest.co.cc/s6-recipes/c150-condiments-and-salad-dressings/orange-cashew-dressing-vegan-gluten-free-soy-free/ Updated in 2025! Shake up your dressing routine with this easy, whole food, dairy-free orange salad dressing! It’s flavorful and creamy, but completely free of oils, mayo, and added sugars. In fact, the recipe is made with a simple natural base of oranges and cashews that you can blend up in minutes! Dairy-Free Orange Salad [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-orange-salad-dressing/feed 0 161718 Creamy Avocado Lime Dressing (Oil-Free) https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-avocado-lime-dressing https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-avocado-lime-dressing#respond Mon, 05 May 2025 18:22:31 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=318108 Happy Cinco de Mayo! For this festive celebration, I have the perfect easy salad dressing to share. This creamy dairy-free avocado lime dressing suits nearly any Mexican inspired dish, but it’s also versatile enough to enjoy well past the 5th of May. You’ll love the rich consistency and the gently sweet and tangy flavor on [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-avocado-lime-dressing/feed 0 318108 Dairy-Free Cauliflower Queso Dip or Sauce https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cauliflower-queso https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cauliflower-queso#comments Fri, 02 May 2025 23:42:03 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=243472 In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I’ve decided to update this dairy-free cauliflower queso recipe. It’s a chef-created dip or sauce with delicious cheese-inspired flavor, creamy texture, and a spicy kick. You’ll love it with tortilla chips, dolloped on tacos or burritos, drizzled on Mexican-inspired bowls, and even as a key ingredient in cheesy enchiladas. [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cauliflower-queso/feed 6 243472 Dairy-Free Chipotle Mayonnaise https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-chipotle-mayonnaise https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-chipotle-mayonnaise#comments Mon, 28 Apr 2025 02:48:17 +0000 http://gdftest.co.cc/s6-recipes/c150-condiments-and-salad-dressings/spicy-mayonnaise/ Updated in 2025! This spicy, dairy-free chipotle mayonnaise (or aioli) is a favorite zesty spread for veggie burgers, turkey burgers, French fries, sweet potato fries, dairy-free potato skins, and even dipping artichokes. It takes seconds to make, and uses simple spices and a whisk. There’s no need to open a can of chipotles or bust [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-chipotle-mayonnaise/feed 2 161907 Nacho Cheese Sauce made Dairy-Free, Nut-Free & Soy-Free https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-nacho-cheese-sauce https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-nacho-cheese-sauce#respond Sat, 12 Apr 2025 01:26:12 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=317262 Move over vegan cheese shreds! This homemade dairy-free nacho cheese sauce is free of additives, full of flavor, and is already melty for topping tortilla chips, bowls, and more. It’s thick, gently rich, mild in heat (but we do have options to spice it up!), and has delicious depth in flavor. Dairy-Free Nacho Cheese Sauce [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-nacho-cheese-sauce/feed 0 317262 Vegan White Bean Mayonnaise (Beannaise!) https://godairyfree.org/recipes/vegan-white-bean-mayonnaise https://godairyfree.org/recipes/vegan-white-bean-mayonnaise#comments Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:22:27 +0000 http://gdftest.co.cc/s6-recipes/c150-condiments-and-salad-dressings/beannaise-vegan-gluten-free-nut-free-soy-free/ Sure, mayonnaise is naturally dairy free, but many of you need egg-free, too! I typically shy away from store-bought vegan mayo because it’s often full of unsavory ingredients. But homemade vegan mayo is a different story. This Vegan White Bean Mayonnaise is one that I first enjoyed decades ago. It’s made with whole food ingredients, [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/vegan-white-bean-mayonnaise/feed 4 162713 Dairy-Free Sunflower Seed Cheese Recipe https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-sunflower-seed-cheese https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-sunflower-seed-cheese#respond Tue, 08 Apr 2025 17:02:44 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=316785 If you can’t do dairy, nuts, or soy, or your simply looking for a delicious natural spread, try this dairy-free sunflower seed cheese recipe. It’s a unique, nutritious option that suits nearly every dietary need (from food allergies to paleo), is quite versatile, and can be used like a sour cream, like a cream cheese, [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-sunflower-seed-cheese/feed 0 316785 Dairy-Free Herb Cheese https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-herb-cheese-recipe https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-herb-cheese-recipe#comments Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:22:48 +0000 http://gdftest.co.cc/s6-recipes/c146-cheese-subs/fresh-herb-seed-cheese-vegan-gluten-free-soy-free/ I know many of you are craving simpler recipes that use purely natural ingredients. And I’m here to deliver. This dairy-free herb cheese alternative has just eight ingredients, and they’re all nutritious, everyday (aka affordable) foods. The recipe is free of starches, gums, and even coconut oil. Consequently, it’s much lower in saturated fat than [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-herb-cheese-recipe/feed 2 161519 Dairy-Free Cashew Ricotta for Spreading or Filling   https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cashew-ricotta-spread https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cashew-ricotta-spread#respond Sun, 24 Nov 2024 18:02:07 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=311317 There are a few dairy-free cashew ricotta recipes out there, but this version is a bit richer, and boasts more depth and flavor. It’s intended to stand out as a spread, though it can also be used as a topping or pasta filling. And did I mention that it contains no nutritional yeast? It isn’t [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-cashew-creme-fraiche/feed 0 313159 Creamy Curry Salad Dressing, Dip, or Drizzle https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-curry-dressing-dip https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-curry-dressing-dip#comments Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:20:14 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=313330 The flavors of Indian curry are so wonderfully fragrant and complex that they can quickly elevate even the simplest foods. And somehow, that mélange of spices pairs very well with many different vegetables, meats, and grains. That’s why this dairy-free curry dressing has been a staple in my home over the years. I hope you [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-curry-dressing-dip/feed 1 313330 Fruit Butter Substitutes for Dairy-Free Baking https://godairyfree.org/recipes/fruit-butter-substitutes-baking https://godairyfree.org/recipes/fruit-butter-substitutes-baking#respond Sun, 22 Sep 2024 16:25:23 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=311390 It’s not a new concept. People have been using pureed prunes, applesauce, and other fruit as a butter substitute for decades. And I first posted about these particular options way back in 2007. But it’s time for an update! This post includes both a recipe for a fruit butter substitute, and several other fruit-based ideas [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/fruit-butter-substitutes-baking/feed 0 311390 Dairy-Free Dill Pickle Dip that Doubles Down on Delicious https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-dill-pickle-dip https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-dill-pickle-dip#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 09:02:53 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=311509 When Enjoy Life Foods asked us to make a new dip recipe for their crunchy Lentil Chips, I immediately thought of dairy-free dill pickle dip. Tangy, creamy, and right on trend, I knew it would easily satisfy everyone’s cravings. I asked my friend Hannah to help me photograph the recipe, but we couldn’t agree on [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/dairy-free-dill-pickle-dip/feed 2 311509 Macadamia Nut Whipped Cream is a Healthier Dairy-Free Topping https://godairyfree.org/recipes/macadamia-nut-whipped-cream-topping https://godairyfree.org/recipes/macadamia-nut-whipped-cream-topping#respond Sat, 13 Jul 2024 17:02:33 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=311205 Cashews and almonds star in so many dairy-free recipes, that we often forget there’s an even creamier type of nut: the luxurious macadamia. This macadamia nut whipped cream is smooth, rich, and completely void of dairy. It’s infused with vanilla, and sweetened solely with dates, for a decadent garnish that could even be considered healthy. [...]

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]]> https://godairyfree.org/recipes/macadamia-nut-whipped-cream-topping/feed 0 311205 Creamy Almond Dip is a Better Homemade Bitchin Sauce  https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-almond-dip https://godairyfree.org/recipes/creamy-dairy-free-almond-dip#comments Fri, 05 Jul 2024 20:02:27 +0000 https://godairyfree.org/?p=311173 This recipe was originally called almond hummus, but I think that under sells it. It’s made with almonds instead of chickpeas for a creamier finish and a richer taste. You might compare this dairy free almond dip to Bitchin Sauce, but it’s thicker, made without cashews, and is whipped up in your own kitchen. You’ll [...]

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