# Piquant Eggplant Dips This Healthy Veggie Dip Features Smoky Harissa Spice By M | Published 2015-10-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggplant-dip References: [minimalistbaker](http://minimalistbaker.com/smoky-harissa-eggplant-dip/) & [minimalistbaker](http://minimalistbaker.com/) Lifestyle blog Minimalist Baker put together this healthy eggplant dip that is [vegan dairy-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-dips) and full of piquant spice thanks to the inclusion of a [smoky seasoning called harissa](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-harissa-pita-chips). This spice is made from Tunisian roasted red peppers and it adds an aromatic roasted flavor to the dip. The dip is a quick appetizer to make that can be put together entirely in a blender. The recipe calls for a large roasted eggplant, garlic with the skin on, walnuts, lemon, maple syrup, harissa paste and smoked paprika. Everything is pulsed in a blender till creamy and served along with chopped walnuts and mint. You can dip either chips, [pita or veggies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bezi) into this healthy dip as a wholesome snack alternative. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vegan Dairy-free Dips:** Opportunity for creating innovative and flavorful vegan and dairy-free dips for health-conscious consumers. - **Smoky Harissa Spice:** Opportunity to incorporate the unique and aromatic flavor of smoky harissa spice into various dishes, expanding its popularity. - **Blender Recipes:** Opportunity for developing more quick and easy blender recipes that cater to time-constrained individuals looking for convenient and healthy options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food & Beverage:** Opportunity for the food and beverage industry to capitalize on the growing demand for vegan, dairy-free options and unique spices like smoky harissa. - **Health & Wellness:** Opportunity for the health and wellness industry to promote blender recipes as an efficient and nutritious way for individuals to incorporate healthy eating habits into their daily routines. - **Snacks:** Opportunity for snack companies to create alternative and healthier dip options for consumers seeking wholesome snack alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Garlic-Forward Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabra-mediterranean-garlic-dips.md) - [Delicious Plant-Based Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dips1.md) - [Sweet Pickle Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-dip.md) - [Smoky Almond Butter Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/almond-chipotle-dip.md) - [Savory Lentil Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maazah.md) - [Chili Crisp Hummus Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chili-crisp-hummus.md) - [Homestyle Plant-Powered Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-dip.md) - [Protein-Topped Savory Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shawarma-dip.md) - [Aromatic Whipped Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/castello-whipped-dips.md)