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You've no doubt heard about the benefits of going gluten free. Gluten free food isn't just for people with celiac disease. Numerous studies have shown that substituting foods like healthy crackers in place of foods like wheat and pasta can improve overall health and wellness. Foods high in gluten tend to also be high in calories. That's not inherently bad, but many of those calories come from unhealthy oils and sugars. Gluten-based products also tend to sit on store shelves for long periods of time, requiring them to contain artificial preservatives. Recent studies have also revealed that gluten binds to many essential nutrients, preventing the body from absorbing them.

Chilly Date Love Spreads offers a diverse selection of gluten free food options. Made from locally grown UAE dates, our date spreads and date coffee will kick start your day without the side effects of gluten. Say goodbye to sluggishness, crashing, and other unwanted side effects. By replacing fatty, sugary foods with our products made from organic foods, you'll notice a transformation in the way you look and feel. The fiber in our healthy crackers promotes digestive health and keeps you feeling fuller longer. Wholesome ingredients like flaxseeds, spinach, beetroot, and sesame seeds give you a burst of essential nutrients like omega-3 fats, magnesium, iron, calcium, and zinc. Naturally delicious and nutritious, our foods contain zero preservatives or added sweeteners. Make a positive change today. Visit our online shop to order now!

Looking for tasty vegan food options the whole family will love? Chilly Date Love Spreads offers a wide variety of date spreads, seed crackers, and date coffee for your tasting pleasure. We know how tough it is to eat healthy. So many foods are packed with added sugar, preservatives, and artificial additives. There's no way to check the freshness of the ingredients or where they came from. That's not the case with our foods. We make all of our products using locally grown dates. We roast, mash, and grind farm fresh dates to make the amazing products featured on our online shop. That way, we're able to capture the peak of flavor and nutrition. Our snacks are great for kids and adults alike. Explore our full range of vegan food options today!

Vegan food has many benefits over a standard omnivore diet. Meat and other animal-based products are high in calories, saturated fat, cholesterol, and often added hormones. A diet high in animal products can lead to high blood pressure, inflammation, chronic pain, skin issues, weight gain, and trouble sleeping. Commercial livestock are also often subject to awful living conditions. There's a better way to eat. From our date spreads to our healthy bread options, we offer cruelty-free foods made with care. Try our date coffee with a plate of pumpkin seed and beetroot crackers. Or lather our 100% natural date spread atop a slice of whole grain bread. Our date spreads pair well with just about any vegan food selection. Kids love them. Adults love them. You'll love them, too. Visit our online shop to place your order!

Need a drink to get you up and going without unwanted side effects? Good news! Our date coffee is a delicious and nutritious coffee alternative. It's made from 100% roasted date seeds with zero added sugar or preservatives. One sip will imbue your taste buds with a rich flavor combination that's at once fruity, chocolatey, and bittersweet. Our date coffee pairs well with our seed bread and seed crackers to provide a healthy start to your morning. Decaf coffee, especially coffee made from natural ingredients like dates, have been shown to provide energy without the side effects or crashing that comes with caffeine. It may also reduce the risk of type-2 diabetes. Chock-full of nutrients and free of sugars and artificial ingredients, our date coffee is the ideal way to start your mornings.

Don't rely on caffeine to get you ready in the morning. Studies show that caffeine consumption can cause a spike in heart rate, nausea, vomiting, anxiety, digestive issues, and insomnia. Taking coffee with cream and/or sugar can also lead to weight gain and increase the risk of type-2 diabetes. Why go through all that trouble when you could have a delicious, refreshing drink made from natural ingredients? Our date coffee is an incredible coffee alternative that you'll love. If you've had standard coffee for years, our date coffee is an excellent way to beat your caffeine dependence and feel refreshed all morning long. The only possible side effect is happiness! Try our date coffee with our date spread or flaxseed crackers for a burst of energy, nutrition, and flavor. Visit our online shop to place your order.

Picking healthy snacks for kids is no easy task. You want to find something that's nutritious, low in sugar, and made from all-natural ingredients. Most importantly, it has to taste good. Chilly Date Love Spreads offers a variety of delicious, flavorful, and natural snacks that kids will love. All of our creations are made from 100% farm fresh produce, gluten-free, vegan, and contain no added sugar, artificial ingredients, or preservatives. Choose from our lineup of date spreads, seed-based crackers, and other smart options. Our homegrown snacks are sure to please everyone in your family. You can find our products at your favorite organic stores, pop-up markets, cafes, and super stores across Abu Dhabi and Dubai. If you have questions, call or email us, and we'll be happy to answer them. 

Our lineup of seed-based crackers, coffees, and spreads also qualify as keto diet food. Low in carbs and high in healthy fats, our gluten-free options are packed with nutrients to help you look and feel your best. Many of our products contain Himalayan salt, an excellent source of magnesium. They're also high in fiber, which helps lower cholesterol and promote digestive health. All of our foods are 100% natural and made with care. We have a tasty, healthy option to satisfy just about any craving. Crunchy, nutritious seed crackers satisfy and keep hunger at bay. Our date spreads pair well with any type of bread, including our authentic seed bread. Our date coffee is a rich and tasty alternative to caffeine-based coffees. The quality of our products comes from the quality of our ingredients. In fact, our dates come from the finest local UAE farms. You can order online or find our Chilly Date products in stores near you.

Frittata is an egg-based Italian dish similar to an omelette or crustless quiche or scrambled eggs, enriched with additional ingredients such as meats, cheeses or vegetables. The nutrition of our Chilly Date Frittata includes protein from the eggs and meat, as well as vitamins & minerals from the veggies. This soft flavourful dish is super special with our Chilly Date Wasabi Date Spread as it adds just the right chilly-sweet flavour. This menu is also so versatile, we love it for break fast but it's also best enjoyed during brunch, dinner or as a snack.

Try it today!

Ingredients (good for 2 serving)

- 1 Tablespoon Chilly Date - Wasabi Date Spread

- 3 eggs beaten with salt to taste

- 1 Small Red Onion, chopped into long slices

- 1/2 Tomato, chopped fine

- 1/2 cup Mushrooms, chopped slices

- 8 Slices Chicken/ Turkey/ Beef Mortadella (optional), 2 of the slices chopped to strips

- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil

- Salt and Pepper to taste

- Garnish: Cherry Tomatoes, Thyme (Optional)

Method

1. Pre-heat oven at 180 Deg. Celcius until you prep the frittata.

2. Heat Olive Oil in the pan and fry Onions till Light brown. Then add Tomatoes and Fry till lightly cooked.

3. Add Chilly Date Wasabi Date Spread to the pan along with a pinch of Salt and Pepper to taste and mix all the ingredients well.

4. Grease a small size loaf pan with Oil, Line it with parchment paper and place 6 Mortadella against the pan's inner walls making a cup on the inside of the pan to hold the Frittata ingredients.

5. Layer the diced ingredients on the mortadella, and add the 3 beaten eggs.

6. Add the Mortadella strips to the pan and put the pan in the oven for 10-12 minutes.

7. Poke the centre of the pan to check if the stick comes out clean. If yes, your frittata is ready to be served.

There you go, enjoy it fresh from the oven!

Our Chilly Date Risotto recipe will make you crave for more! Made delicious with our Chilly Date Spiced Mint Date Spread (or also Basil Date Spread), this menu is perfect for summer chillin' days with a glass of cold wine!

Ingredients  (good for 5 servings)

2 tbsp Chilly Date Spiced Mint Date Spread (or Basil Date Spread)

4 fist-full Risotto Rice

2 liters Fresh Vegetable Stock (can be replaced by Chicken Stock) Keep the pot on low burner while making the dish

2 medium sized onions, chopped fine

1 large tomato, chopped fine

1 teaspoon Chilly infused olive oil

1 Cup White Wine (optional)

1 Cup Parmesan Cheese

Salt, Pepper and Oregano to taste. Preferred Salt: pink or Himalayan

Method

1. Add Olive Oil to saucepan and fry chopped Onion and Tomato until brown

2. Add Risotto Rice and let it all mix well

3. Add a ladle full of stock to the saucepan and mix all well on medium heat. As the rice starts to cook, the stock will be absorbed into the rice. Keep adding a ladle full as soon as the pan seems dry. This will help the rice cook. If you wish, now is the time to add wine so the rice is cooked in it.

4. After about 2-3 ladles of adding stock, add 2 tablespoons of Chilly Date Spread and mix all ingredients well.

5. Keeping adding the stock until the risotto is al dante (cooked so as to be still firm when bitten)

6. Now add your cup of Parmesan Cheese. Mix well, serve hot and don't forget to sprinkle some cheese on top!

Note: your risotto should be creamy (runny like molten chocolate) and not a sticky ball of rice!

There you go, ready for a cozy home date!

Chilly Date Magic Potion

This is one potion that can be added to your vegetables for a yummy Stir Fry, or to marinate your Chicken or Shrimps in... Or cook your Rice in, or just to be had raw with Salad!

Every savoury meal is extra special with a drizzle of Chilly Date Magic Potion!

The Magic behind the Chilly Date Potion Recipe

This potion works with literally any dish….

Take a jar with lid and add:

• A dollop of Chilly Date Spreads (any flavor!)

• ½ table spoon of Soy Sauce (gluten free if preferred)

• ½ table spoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 table spoon chopped fresh coriander

• 1 teaspoon of roasted sesame seeds

• 2 table spoons of extra virgin olive oil

Shake well until well combined. And there you have it, drizzle in your cuisine and enjoy! :)

2Mins Healthy Chilly Date Salad!

Here's a quick recipe for a foodie-on-the-go or rather a simply delicious meal just for you

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Chilly Date Magic Potion (details on our previous blog, simply click the link)

• 1 Cup Rocca Leaves

• 1 Cup Baby Spinach

• 1 Cup Baby Tomatoes, chopped

• 1 Cup Cheddar Cubes

• 5-6 cheese stuffed Baby Red Peppers

• Salt & Pepper to taste

Method

- Add all ingredients to the bowl, mix well and serve :)

Iced Vanilla ZeroCafe

2. In a serving glass, add ice

3. Pour the brewed zerocafe

4. Add milk

5. Top with 3 scoops of vanila ice cream

6. Add a little bit of maple syrup to taste (If the vanilla ice cream is already sweet, you may skip this!)

7. Dash with ZeroCafe toppings!

7. Serve immediately

Chilly Date believes in freshness. We try our best to source authentic, farm fresh produce for our products.

Along with fresh ingredients, we have been very clear from the beginning about being 100% preservative free! And to achieve this we work with the natural properties of ingredients to lengthen the life of our recipes. One such key ingredient in our spreads is Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is one of the healthiest forms of edible oils with minimal allergic reactions reported. It is acceptable to mostly all body types.

However, it starts freezing at 37degree Fahrenheit (2.7 degree Celsius). Now this freezing temperature also varies from origin of Olives used in the oil, the processing of the oil and so on....

However, it starts freezing at 37degree Fahrenheit (2.7 degree Celsius). Now this freezing temperature also varies from origin of Olives used in the oil, the processing of the oil and so on.... 

Our seed crackers are nut free and preservatives free (perfect as a family snack!) and are absolutely safe for the little ones to munch at school or during an afternoon treat. Make it more enticing with Busy Avocado’s California Avocado Dip.

California Avocado Dip with Chilly Date Crackers

Fresh Ingredients: • 1 tbsp avocado oil • 1.5 sliced yellow onion • Salt, pepper • 1 avocado •½ cup sour cream Hands On! In a medium skillet, on medium low cook the onions in avocado oil for about 20 min until caramelized. Remove from heat and let cool down.

In a bowl of food processor place avocado, sour cream, onions and puree until smooth, season with salt. Serve with Chilly date seed crackers.

*our Chilly date seed crackers at the Dubai local market

*Busyavocado/Diana is a nutritious life certified and licensed content creator. Her blog started when she realized she was not eating right and exercising enough. She read tons of nutrition books, cleaned her pantry, started reading labels and prepping her delicious healthful meals! One of which is this California Avocado Dip with ChillyDate Seed Crackers!