Creamy Ranch Dressing Vegan
Elevate your salads and snacks with this luscious and flavorful Creamy Ranch Dressing – completely vegan and irresistibly rich! Made with raw cashews as the base, this dairy-free delight is blended to silky perfection with unsweetened almond milk, zesty lemon juice, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for that classic tang. Infused with savory garlic and onion powder, plus a medley of dried herbs like dill, parsley, and chives, this plant-based dressing boasts all the familiar flavors of traditional ranch but with a wholesome twist. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for drizzling over crisp greens, using as a dip for fresh veggies, or even spreading on wraps. Whether you're vegan, exploring dairy-free options, or simply craving a healthier condiment, this creamy ranch dressing is guaranteed to become your new favorite kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.75 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Dried chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (as needed)
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 10 minutes (or soak in cold water for 4-6 hours if you have more time).
Drain the cashews and add them to a blender or food processor.
Add the unsweetened almond milk, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, and onion powder to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. If the mix is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time until you achieve your desired consistency.
Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl and stir in the dried dill, parsley, and chives.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well to combine.
Cover and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled over salads, with raw vegetables, or as a dip. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
809 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.3 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1309 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 938 mg | 20% | |
*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.
