Veganaise

• A smooth, creamy spread for sandwiches, dips or casseroles, Veganaise is made from vegetable oil, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, lemon juice and mustard flour. Instead of the egg yolks and high levels of saturated fat in mayonnaise, Veganaise is all natural, vegan and gluten-free.
  
  

Tapenade

• A variation on pesto, tapenade is a flavorful spread with plenty of olives, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil. Substituting red peppers in the place of olives is just one variation for the flavorful spread that is perfect for sandwiches, pita, leafy greens, or on all kinds of crusty bread including pizza crust.
  
  

Hummus

• Varieties of hummus make them appropriate for plenty of usesJohn Foxx/Stockbyte/Getty Images
  
  Great for spreading or dipping, the predominant garlic flavor and savory creaminess of hummus make it versatile for use with vegetables, crackers, salads or as a spread for hot and cold sandwiches. Originating in the Middle East, the spread is made from chickpeas while flavored varieties include red pepper, artichokes, spinach and black olives.
  
  

Low-Fat Sour Cream

• Easily baked in dips or pureed in dishes, sour cream is an excellent choice for substituting mayonnaise in casseroles and party dips. Sour cream needs to be dressed up to be a standalone tangy, flavorful dressing; adding capers, pepper and garlic powder lets it fit the bill. Use in potato salads, coleslaw, as a garnish for seafood or as a dip for crackers.