Creamy Non Dairy Romaine Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Creamy Non-Dairy Romaine Salad, a nourishing and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for plant-based eaters and health enthusiasts alike. Crisp Romaine lettuce forms the base, paired with juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber, and a touch of zesty red onion for a medley of vibrant textures and flavors. The star of the recipe is the creamy, dairy-free dressing—crafted from soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and a hint of Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh dill—for a luscious blend that’s both tangy and rich. Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, this salad is ideal as a light lunch, a stunning side dish, or a nutritious addition to any meal. Try this vegan salad recipe today for a guilt-free indulgence that’s bursting with wholesome goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 heads Romaine lettuce
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews (soaked for 2-3 hours)
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
1. Start by preparing the dressing. Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with almond milk, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, fresh dill, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
2. Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time to reach your desired consistency. Set aside.
3. Wash and dry the Romaine lettuce thoroughly. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place it in a large salad bowl.
4. Halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, and thinly slice the red onion. Add these to the bowl with the Romaine lettuce.
5. Drizzle the creamy non-dairy dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
6. Serve immediately, garnished with an extra sprinkling of fresh dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.3 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1693 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 639 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 3608 mg | 77% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
