I’m one of those weird people who loves to eat their veggies. Every Sunday, without fail, I chop up a week’s worth of vegetables, crudites if you will, for lunch and snacking. Anything goes–carrots, bell peppers, cucumbers… just whatever looked good at the grocery store. Except celery. I’m not a big celery snacker–that’s Ben’s territory. 🙂 Mostly, I eat these veggies plain and it really doesn’t bother me. I love the taste of veggies. [See, I’m weird!] Carrots and peppers are my fave! But I know that everyone isn’t as weird as me, and sometimes people need incentive to eat their veggies. Is this incentive enough?
Though I don’t usually need much incentive to eat my veggies, I can polish off even more when I have a bowl full of this awesome dip on hand! It’s super simple to make, and has just the right amount of sweetness and spice to make me happy. The Asian dressing [I used bottled but you can make your own] is gingery and garlicky which pairs perfectly with sweet honey, creamy peanut butter, and just a bit of crushed red pepper for spice. You guys, this is SO good! When I first made it for a church event, I wasn’t sure how it would go over, but it turned out to be insanely popular. I’m kind of sad it took me so long to blog about it, actually. But I guess it’s a good thing… now that I’m reminded of it, I can make it again for this week’s lunches.
This is a dip you could totally eat by the spoonful, but why not pile it up on some veggies and enjoy it that way? It is totally yum-o! I’ll take it with some red peppers, please. What about you? What’s your favorite veggie? Enjoy!
Asian Peanut Veggie Dip
adapted from Kraft
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup Asian Toasted Sesame Dressing [like this version from Kraft or this version from Marzetti–I’ve had both and they taste similar… or make your own here or here]
- 1/4 cup peanut butter [I’ve used natural and regular… both work, but it’s a little thinner with natural]
- 1/4 cup honey
- crushed red pepper
Directions:
Add dressing, peanut butter, and honey to a small bowl. Whisk well and then add crushed red pepper to taste. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 1 week.
The Pajama Chef 
I LOVE the use of peanut butter or peanut sauce in Asian-inspired food! This dip sounds really tasty and would be a great alternative to hummus, which is what I normally pair with veggies.
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thanks! it is tasty 🙂
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I’m with you! I can eat loads of veggies plain. I also like them with yellow mustard. This sauce sounds like a fun switch up!
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yellow mustard is probably the most interesting veggie dip ever 🙂
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I have to admit that I also love veggies, but I don’t really eat them this way. I will have to try it!
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hope you enjoy it! how do you usually eat veggies?
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This is such a creative and different dip! It sound awesome, and it would definitely get me to eat my veggies.
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thank you!
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Chopping veggies for the week on Sunday sounds like such a great idea! It’s another reminder to eat them more often throughout the week!
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prepping veggies & lunch in general ahead of time has been super helpful for me 🙂
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I wish the whole world was as weird as you! I usually love my veggies but lately haven’t been getting very many. What a good incentive to eat more! I love this dip.
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haha, thanks! 🙂 you should try it- it is amazing 🙂
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I love veggies, too – in fact, i usually turn to a veggie tray at a party before any other appetizer. I love the taste of ’em! And this dip looks fantastic – YUM!
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you are so right! the taste of veggies is just great. no one believes me! 🙂
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Why have I never thought to do this? I love that asian dressing from craft. I wonder if I could add greek yogurt to the mix as well, for an extra creamy factor. Ok, I’m just thinking out loud! I’m a veggie freak. You’d never know it beneath all the sugar on my website! 😉
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hmm, that would definitely be an interesting twist! i think the dip is great as is but if you try it with greek yogurt let me know how it goes 🙂
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I love my veggies, too! And with a dip like this?! Yes, please!
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thanks!
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Yum, this dip looks amazing! I coincidentally just bought that Kraft dressing, and I can’t wait to make this recipe! Thanks Sarah!
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oh fun! well it’s amazing- i’m sure you’ll love it!!
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this looks delicious! Love dipping veggies in anything!
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That’s definitely incentive to eat veggies! I love veggies, too, but sometimes it helps to have an awesome dipping sauce 🙂
Sues
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i agree 🙂
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I’m down with eating my veggies as is also…but I’ll never say no to peanut sauce! This sounds great!
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thanks joanne!
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I’m with you. Love veggies but a good dip goes a long way! Never thought of an Asian veggie dip. Usually only do these types of sauces for stir-fry but this sounds too good to pass up.
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Thanks Tina! It is delish!
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Such a creative and fun dip, and a good way to get the veggies in!
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thanks natalie!
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