Did you hear about the new Enjoy Life Lentil Chip flavors? They recently launched in Barbecue, Salt & Vinegar, and Dairy Free Cheddar. We grabbed some bags to try, and I can confirm that they are seriously good. Each crunchy variety is bold enough to stand alone, but they also pair well with accompaniments, like our dairy-free caramelized onion dip recipe below.
We had the honor to partner with Enjoy Life Foods for this recipe post. But we only share honest opinions and experiences. We seriously love these chips! The photos are by Hannah Kaminsky.
Honestly, we often just power back the entire bag of Enjoy Life Lentil Chips. But when we can exhibit some self control, I love to use these allergy-friendly chips for recipes or serve a selection with various dips. After all, their unique wavy shape makes an amazing scoop! Here are my quick tasting notes and just a few of my favorite ways to enjoy these light and crispy chips.
Like all Enjoy Life Lentil Chips, this recipe is free of 14 top allergens, plant-based, gluten-free, and has some nutritious ingredient surprises. But to help ensure it’s the best recipe for you, I have some answers to frequently asked questions.
Don’t worry, this allergy-friendly caramelized onion dip does NOT taste like cauliflower. It might actually win over some cauliflower haters or skeptics. But if you are still concerned about picky eaters, go ahead and add an extra onion when caramelizing to really emphasize that flavor.
This is always a tough ingredient to substitute since it’s quite unique. If you think you don’t like nutritional yeast, it might be because a recipe you tried called for too much. Nutritional yeast should be used like a seasoning, not a base ingredient. This entire recipe uses just 2 tablespoons, and it enhances the flavor nicely. If your diet permits it, I do recommend buying a canister to have on hand. It lasts for quite a while in the pantry, and you usually only need a little at a time. But if needed, you can substitute store-bought dairy-free parmesan.
Rice vinegar is a good substitute for apple cider vinegar in this caramelized onion dip. White vinegar could work, but it is a little harsh in flavor. In a pinch, you could substitute lemon juice. We haven’t tried balsamic vinegar in this dip, but that could be a tasty twist!
They are available direct from Enjoy Life at enjoylifefoods.com. They ship throughout the U.S. Enjoy Life Lentil Chips are also sold at Sprouts, Natural Grocers, and other natural food stores in the U.S. In Canada, look for them at Whole Foods, Loblaws, the Great Canadian Superstore, and natural food stores.
By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, sesame-free, mustard-free, palm oil-free, coconut-free, vegan, plant-based, added sugar-free, and vegetarian. But please be sure to choose the milk beverage that suits your dietary needs. Dairy-Free Caramelized Onion Dip Print Prep time 25 minsCook time 45 minsTotal time 1 hour 10 mins Caramelized onions are the secret to this rich, savory, and irresistible dip. No one would guess that it’s made with a cauliflower base rather than dairy, cashews, or tofu! Like any good party guest, it fits with any theme, and can quickly turn strangers into friends. We serve it with Enjoy Life Lentil Chips, since they suit almost every dietary need and have a light, crisp texture that’s still sturdy enough to support a generous dollop.Author: Hannah Kaminsky Recipe type: Appetiser Cuisine: American Serves: 8 servings (2 generous cups) Ingredients3 tablespoons olive oil2 medium yellow onions, minced1 pound cauliflower florets, fresh or frozen2 tablespoons nutritional yeast1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar1 teaspoon onion powder½ teaspoon garlic powder¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)½ teaspoon salt1 to 3 tablespoons plain unsweetened dairy-free milk beverage3 to 4 tablespoons fresh chives or scallions, thinly slicedEnjoy Life Lentil Chips, any flavorInstructionsHeat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent. Turn down the heat to medium-low and continue to cook, stirring periodically, for 40 to 45 minutes. You’ll want to stir more frequently towards the end of the cooking time to prevent the onions from sticking and burning. Gradually, the color will darken to a rich amber brown. Remove from the heat and let cool.Meanwhile, steam the cauliflower if working with fresh until fork-tender, or simply heat frozen cauliflower until thawed.Place the cauliflower in your food processor or high power blender with the nutritional yeast, vinegar, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne (if using,) and salt. Pulse to combine, pausing to scrape down the sides of the bowl with your spatula as needed.With the motor running, slowly stream in the milk beverage until it reaches your desired consistency. Continue blending until completely smooth, about 5 to 8 minutes.Use a spatula to fold in the caramelized onions and about half of the chives or scallions.Transfer the dip a bowl ant top with the remaining chives or scallions.Serve the dip with lentil chips. You can enjoy it right away, warm, or cover and refrigerate the dip for at least one hour, until chilled.NotesNote: Stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator, this dip will last for 3 to 5 days.Nutrition Information Serving size: about ¼ cup Calories: 82 Fat: 5.6g Saturated fat: .8g Carbohydrates: 7.3g Sugar: 2.7g Sodium: 170mg Fiber: 2.8g Protein: 2.7g 3.5.3229More Allergy-Friendly Dips for SharingMargherita Pizza Dip
Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.
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