The right condiment can elevate a sandwich, salad or main course. Making your own sauces, dips and dressings lets you control salt, sugar and unnecessary additives often found in store-bought products. Homemade condiments are also easy to customize to students’ tastes, offering healthier, fresher alternatives. Try these flavorful, simple ideas to boost meals throughout the week.
Basic BBQ Sauce
A versatile, classic-flavored BBQ sauce that comes together quickly. Use it as a dip, a marinade or a condiment to bring smoky sweetness to sandwiches, wraps and grilled foods.
Lite Honey Mustard
A quick, creamy honey mustard that works well on cold salads and sandwiches. Using lite mayonnaise trims calories without losing the smooth texture and flavor.
Classic Tzatziki Sauce
A refreshing Greek-style sauce made with cucumber, yogurt, apple cider vinegar and herbs. It’s an excellent dip or dressing for wraps, salads and roasted vegetables.
Salsa Verde
A bright, authentic Mexican salsa featuring fresh tomatillos, onions, garlic, jalapeño and cilantro. It adds tang and heat to tacos, bowls and grilled proteins.
Sriracha Ranch Dressing
Ranch dressing with a spicy twist: sriracha adds heat and depth. Use it as a salad dressing, a dip for veggies and fries, or a spread on sandwiches.
Tartar Sauce
A kid-friendly tartar sauce made with lowfat mayonnaise, pickle relish and onions, rounded out with dried parsley and dry mustard. A classic pairing for fish and seafood dishes.
Chef Sam’s Spinach Pesto
A quick spinach-based pesto that brightens pasta, sandwiches and roasted vegetables. It’s easy to make, freezes well and adds a punch of herbaceous flavor to many dishes.
Tantalizing Teriyaki Sauce
A balanced teriyaki sauce using low-sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, fresh garlic and ginger, with honey and a touch of brown sugar for sweetness. Great as a sauce for rice bowls, a dip for veggies or a glaze for meats.
Sweet Chili Mayo
A simple, flavorful mayonnaise blend with sweet chili for a slightly spicy, sweet accompaniment to sandwiches, burgers and fried foods.