Creamy Tofu Dressing
Elevate your salads, grain bowls, and roasted veggies with this velvety Creamy Tofu Dressing! Made with protein-rich silken tofu, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of maple syrup, this recipe is the perfect blend of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors. Nutritional yeast and Dijon mustard add a rich depth, while garlic delivers a punch of vibrant flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this healthy, vegan, and dairy-free dressing is a versatile staple for your kitchen. Customize the texture with a splash of water to suit your needs, and enjoy a guilt-free way to add creaminess to any dish. Store leftovers in the fridge to enjoy throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Drain the silken tofu and pat it dry gently with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
Peel the garlic clove and roughly chop it to make it easier to blend.
In a blender or food processor, combine the silken tofu, olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
Gradually add 1-2 tablespoons of water, blending in between, until the dressing reaches your desired consistency.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.2 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 807 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 436 mg | 9% | |
*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.
