I am not Vegan.
I eat gluten in some form every day.
Healthy food habits…not all the time.
We do go sometimes Vegan for a week, just to see how it feels. Being a South Indian, rice is a huge part of our daily meals, we naturally follow a gluten free diet to a certain extent.
Now about eating and following a healthy lifestyle, wish I was more consistent with it. We eat quite healthy, actually very healthy, but after a good healthy meal, we go out for Gelato:). My new favorite flavor FicoPistachio, oh yum.
OK, I don’t eat ice cream everyday, but I need a sweet something after dinner time. Do you crave a dessert after your dinner?
Another thing we love after dinner, especially during weekends is music. The guitar comes out, karaoke mike turned on, fighting over who goes first with their choice is usually a scene on a Friday night. It’s so much fun that we started our monthly karaoke get together with some friends who enjoy singing. Well some of us do sound like Cameron Diaz(including me) from ‘MY BEST FRIEND’S WEDDING’, but hey, we have fun. Do you think you sound different during karaoke?,I definitely think I do.
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This month for our karaoke meet I got to make these crackers and dip. After some unsuccessful guesses as to what went into the dip, they couldn’t believe it was Golden Beets and loved how light and good it was. Served it with Roquefort and goat cheese coated with pistachios and drizzled with pineapple marmalade. A good evening it was.
The crackers are crispy and spicy and they go perfect with the dip which is light and tasty.Of course, I haven’t given up on my chips and salsa, but I love this combination too. In fact this dip makes for a very good sauce for pasta, so double whammy there right..?
Here goes the gluten free, vegan and very easy crackers and a healthy dip to go along.
CRACKERS:
Ingredients:
1/2 cup buckwheat flour(you could get buckwheat and grind it)
1/2 cup finely ground flax seeds
1/4 cup almond flour
2 finely chopped garlic
2 finely grated green chilies
1 tbsp agave nectar
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tbsp poppy seeds(optional, for crunch)
1/2 tsp salt(or accordingly)
Water to mix.
Method:
1. Add all the ingredients except water and mix it with a whisk.
2. Add 2 tbsp of water at a time and mix everything so that it forms a dough. Do not add more water. It has to be a stiff dough. Let rest for 15 minutes.
3. Roll the dough pretty thin on a turned baking sheet or rolling mat. Use pizza cutter or a knife and cut to any shape you want. Transfer the cookies very carefully to a lined baking sheet.
4. Bake at 300-325 degrees in the center of the oven for 20-25 minutes or until it browns lightly on the sides. If you want crispier crackers, turn off the oven and leave the cracker in the oven for another hour.
ENJOY!
DIP/HUMMUS
Ingredients:
2 jalapenos
3 small golden beets
1 cup white beans/cannellini beans(I used canned)
4 garlic cloves
1 tbsp white sesame seeds
1 large lemon juiced
1/4 tsp roasted cumin powder
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt(or accordingly)
fresh crushed pepper
Method:
1. Slice jalapenos and golden beets. Grill it indoors or on an outdoor grill. Once it is grilled and cooked, take it out and wrap with aluminum foil and keep aside. I leave the seeds in the jalapenos, you could remove it if you want.
2. Using a food processor to grind the jalapenos and golden beets..
3 Then add all the other ingredients and grind till you get a nice hummus texture, then grind some fresh pepper and mix well.
4. Serve with little crushed pepper and drizzle of olive oil on top.
ENJOY!!
Have a great week and thank you so much for your kind words on my previous post. I truly appreciate your comments, I feel more inspired and motivated by your kind words.
We sometimes go vegetarian, at least a few times a week at the moment. And I’m intrigued by vegan and gluten free recipes so I love giving them a go 🙂 These look really good!
Crackers and dip look delicious and flavors I have never tried before… 🙂 Awesome pics Ash
Great idea Asha.. Dip and crackers both look awesome… Loved the clicks too dear 🙂
I am not too concern about being healthy because I think is about moderation and eating whatever I like.
Lovely crispy crackers, paired with a delicious dip.
I have tried buckwheat crackers though but I have never come across golden beets and your dip is making me so intrigued by its taste.
I’m not a vegetarian or vegan, but sometimes I eat gluten-free jsut because. for example, there’s a cupcake bakery by my apt that has some delicious gluten-free varieties that i like to get. that dip looks soo delicious!!
I love to sing and I sound like a frog when I do. I’ve always had a very husky voice. I also easily memorize songs – so guess what, I’d be perfect karoake company 🙂 Invite me, next time please. I’d love to sing and I’d love to eat those crackers and dip.. it really really looks awesome.
I LOVE gelato – but gelato doesn’t love me 🙁
So I settle for Kemps Moose tracks fro yo – yes – I definitely do CRAVE it after dinner!
Friday night dinners at your house sounds like bucketloads of fun!!!
By the way – this dip and crackers sound and look FANTASTIC! I love flax and chia crackers, but only buy them at the store because I never thought I could make my own – Thanks so much for this recipe and inspiring me to try my hand at it!
Bookmarking this! I’ve been looking for a new cracker recipe to try.
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I get so excited by creative (colorful) takes on hummus. Might as well have an equally beautiful cracker to go along. GREG
Definitely a good way to ring in the new season!
Those crackers look to die for! Can’t wait to try it out.
I never tried such a combo but they look perfect together!
Even I wanna have something sweet after a meal. The pics are amazing and the crackers are so healthy. I am a vegan but crackers are never on my list. Got to try some.
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There are green chilies in those crackers? Sold! Making and eating them!
What lovely pictures. The dip looks so tasty and can’t believe that it is healthy too.
I am going to try it on everything!
these flavors & textures are so wonderful together. and I am in love with your “musical” cutting board/platter. love!
@Pamela, oh yes green chilies..try it out for sure..
@ Thanks you so much for your comments..
@ Valentina, thank you-I found the board in an antique store, and fell in love with it. It is I believe a key holder or something of that sort..the treasure we find sometimes..
Wow Asha, very crispy and crunchy crackers with a delicious flavourful dip. Yummmmmmmmmmmmmmm…..
Yummy!!! I love that you’ve used golden beets in the dip 🙂
You guys have a weekly karaoke meet? How fun!
Those crackers look like the perfect salty treat to enjoy while singing your heart out!
Believe it or not, I didn’t always crave dessert after dinner and it was not the norm but my husband’s sweet tooth rubbed off on me or something! Eating healthy and having treats in moderation is what I try to do. Karaoke is so much fun. I used to do that all the time but haven’t in forever! What a fun evening!
Hi, Ash! I can empathize with you. I try to eat healthy — well, at least most of time. Northeastern Brazilian food is mainly naturally gluten-free because we have many dishes made from tapioca flour, root vegetables, and corn. I personally try not to eat so much fat. Well, these crackers and hummus are healthy and delish. A real great addition to a party. I love the pictures, Ash!
liked each and every click asha.. i’m yet to try crackers at home.. will try it soon..
Great recipe for these crackers – my sister is vegan and she will enjoy these for sure. Your images are lovely – luv, luv that violin surface you’ve used! 😉
Yummy!
Delicious and healthy cracker, Love that love dip too, sometime eating healthy is needed.
WOW! This is a gorgeous spread! I love flax seeds-based crackers, they are so delicious and hearty! Plus I’ve never had grilled golden beet hummus, so that is a very, very lovely idea!
The color of that dip is just stunning! And those crackers look like the perfect pairing with it. 🙂
First time here, dunno how i missed ur space, will follow u from today.. Colour of the dip and crackers are absolutely fantabulous..
We often eat vegan or at least vegetarian several times a week – just because we like it, and it’s easy (but we most definitely do eat meat!). That dip looks terrific – such gorgeous color. And I keep meaning to get around to making my own crackers, but haven’t yet – gotta start that. Good stuff – thanks.
Another creative post! I just posted a salad with golden beets. They’re one of my favorite dishes and I love the idea of a beet dip! Awesome recipe!!
Now I know what to do with all this left over flax seed. Thanks for sharing! =]
Your crackers look amazing, but it’s that spicy beet hummus that I really want to try!! Gorgeous color!
Thanks all, the color was amazing..and the taste definitely surprised me..
Asha,
I never tried the golden beets, do they taste the same as the regular beets? The color of the dip is calling me to go to farmer’s market. Lovely reipe!!!
It’s posts like these that inspire me to eat healthier. You don’t need rich creams or butter to have flavorful dishes, and you’ve really proved it in this post! A golden beet hummus is so creative, and sounds *delicious*, as roasted beets are one of my favorite vegetarian dishes. Plus the color of it is just stunning. Amazing job!
Such a delicious pair, these crackers and their dip! Lovely recipes!
@Shibi- these are slightly less earthier than the red ones, and are so sweet once grilled, you have to try it, you will love it.
Thanks all..
@ Eva- thank you..well said..xx
Love dessert after dinner, Asha! No matter how healthy dinner is, we like a little somethin’ somethin’, LOL! Your crackers sound simply divine…almost any dip would do for me! Pinning at Pinterest tonight during primetime…as always. Thanks for sharing, girl! xo
What a healthful treat and lovely flavor combination. I really adore the vibrant color from the golden beets. So lovely.
Nutrient crackers and Karaoke… sounds like a fantastic combo! Mesmerizing pics!
Oh I’m crazy about hummus! And I do crave for dessert after every meal!
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I love this violin shaped tray of yours, Asha!
I think healthy eating is all about balance and moderation…so, you, know balancing dinner with a moderate serve of gelato for dessert 😉
These crackers look fantastic, thanks for the recipe.
The crackers and dip are so healthy and delicious! I love your presentation and photography. Stunning!
oooh, that’s a mouthful, but the dip looks wonderful. so healthy too. 🙂
that’s so nice you guys incorporate music into your life after dinner. I haven’t ever tried karaoke, i want to though. 🙂 Where do you live Asha?
These crackers look sinfully great! Love that dip and your beautiful clicks. Gorgeous!
Ooh love these healthy cracker Asha. I always want to make some but fail to do so. Bookmarking this one.
I definitely don’t eat healthy all the time either, but it is always so nice to eat something so good for you! Love that these are healthy AND delicious!
Hi Asha! I’ve been trying to visit you for ages, ever since I read your email on this post, but kids going back to schools been so hectic.
I love the crackers and the beet dip, simply gorgeous! I try to do vegetarian and its always something South Indian. I love SI food, being Hyderbadi, we are almost SI. I should be GF but I’m not and I should eat healthy, but I don’t, not always. I too need something sweet and why is it its always after a healthy meal?
Nazneen
Oh yum, that looks and sounds marvelous! The kind of food i love.
Cheers,
Rosa
Some fashionista, gutsy, daring chefs make even super healthy crackers at home!
Hats off to those culinary superstars 🙂 And hugs.
I love beet in dip! I’ve never tried it before but I can tell how delicious this is…and your photo proves it is! Such a gorgeous photography and I wish that I could eat some!
The first picture literally took my breath away for a moment.. What amazing colors and perfect sharpness…
love all of it, as always 🙂
@Rosa- thanks always for dropping nice comments.
@Nusrat-my dear, kind with words as always, no superstar-just trying stuff out..
@Nami-thanks…let’s have coffee together sometime….can eat and chat.:)
@Nupur-thanks for stopping by and thank you for saying such a nice thing, you definitely made me happy..
I love this recipe Asha. I am pinning it for reference. Awesome !
Delicious recipe and amazing pictures, Asha!
Thanks so so much Sandra.
xoxo