Creamy Orange Dressing Raw Vegan
Elevate your salads with the bright and silky flavors of this Creamy Orange Dressing, a raw vegan delight that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Bursting with the zesty sweetness of fresh orange juice, creamy soaked cashews, and a tangy hint of lemon juice, this dressing achieves a perfect balance of flavors with a touch of maple syrup and Dijon mustard. Enhanced with a whisper of garlic and a dash of black pepper, this wholesome dressing comes together in just 10 minutes, making it a quick and easy addition to your meal prep routine. It's dairy-free, gluten-free, and ideal for drizzling over greens, grain bowls, or roasted vegetables. Whether you're on a plant-based diet or simply seeking a healthier homemade dressing, this vibrant and versatile recipe will instantly elevate your dishes while staying true to clean, raw ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Fresh orange juice
- 0.25 cup Raw cashews (soaked for 2-4 hours)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Filtered water
Instructions
1. Begin by soaking the raw cashews in water for 2-4 hours to soften them. Drain and rinse before using.
2. In a high-speed blender, combine the fresh orange juice, soaked cashews, lemon juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
4. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, gradually add the filtered water, one tablespoon at a time, until you achieve the desired consistency.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or maple syrup for balance.
6. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.5 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.0 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 32 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
