Mediterranean Dips & Sauces

From creamy hummus to zesty dressings and rich garlic sauces, these Mediterranean dips and sauces bring flavor and texture to every bite. Easy to make and perfect for spreading, drizzling, or dipping.

Finished Olive Tapenade Displayed with Jam, Grapes, and Fresh Bread

Homemade Olive Tapenade Recipe

Finished Lebanese Garlic Sauce Toum in a bowl, garnished with a sprinkle of parsley.

Authentic Lebanese Garlic Sauce -Toum Recipe

Freshly blended Romesco sauce being poured into a serving bowl.

Smoky Spanish Romesco Sauce

Bowl of fresh cranberry sauce topped with orange zest

Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe With Ginger

Golden-brown turkey gravy in a porcelain gravy boat, ready to be served.

Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Turkey Gravy

A bowl of homemade Muhammara, garnished with walnuts and drizzled with olive oil.

Muhammara – Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip

A plate of pasta mixed with fresh homemade pesto sauce, a jar of extra pesto, and a bowl of grated cheese

How to Make Classic Basil Pesto at Home

A block of fresh basil butter next to some bread and a bowl of olives

Easy Homemade Basil Butter Recipe

A vibrant platter of pickled banana peppers, pickled green tomatoes, pickle slices, and jalapenos.

How to make Pickled Banana Peppers

Lebanese Labneh plate with a dollop of red Shatta and two small jars of green and red Shatta on the side.

Homemade Shatta Recipe (Red or Green)

Mediterranean mountable dip platter with pita bread and olives

Moutabal (Eggplant Dip) Recipe

Fresh guacamole in a traditional mortar and pestle with tortilla chips on the side.

The Best Guacamole Recipe with a Secret Ingredient

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