Whole30 Thai Dipping Sauce
Elevate your meals with this tangy, savory, and slightly sweet Whole30 Thai Dipping Sauce! Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos, fresh lime juice, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this velvety sauce is perfectly balanced for flavor-packed dipping or drizzling. A naturally sweetened Medjool date adds just the right touch of sweetness, while fresh ginger and garlic bring zesty depth to every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sauce complements everything from grilled meats and roasted veggies to spring rolls and salads. Plus, it's Whole30-compliant, gluten-free, and paleo-friendly. Serve it fresh with a garnish of cilantro for an extra burst of flavor, and bring bold Thai-inspired taste to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar (unsweetened, Whole30-compliant)
- 2 cloves Minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1 Medjool date (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons Warm water
- 1 tablespoon Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and the pitted Medjool date. Let the date soak for 5 minutes to soften.
Transfer the soaked date and water to a blender or food processor. Blend until the date is fully pureed and no chunks remain.
Add the coconut aminos, lime juice, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes to the blender with the date puree. Blend until smooth.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. For additional heat, you can add a pinch more of red pepper flakes.
Transfer the dipping sauce to a small bowl or jar. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve immediately with fresh veggies, grilled meats, or your Whole30-friendly dish of choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
149 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1186 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 245 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
