Dairy-Free Classic Caesar Salad Dressing
Experience the bold, tangy flavors of the beloved Caesar salad with a creamy twist—no dairy required. This Dairy-Free Classic Caesar Salad Dressing is a wholesome alternative to the traditional recipe, featuring soaked raw cashews blended to silky perfection alongside zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a savory touch of nutritional yeast. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this plant-based dressing is perfect for vegans, those with dietary restrictions, or anyone seeking a lighter option without compromising on taste. Ideal for tossing with crisp Romaine lettuce and your favorite toppings, this dairy-free creation is rich, satisfying, and packed with fresh, vibrant flavors. Whether you're whipping it up for weeknight meals or sharing it at a gathering, this versatile dressing will be the star of your salad game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1.5 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let the cashews soak for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. If short on time, soak them in hot water for about 20-30 minutes.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews. Add them to a blender along with 0.5 cup of fresh water, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, white wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as necessary. You can add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to balance the flavors to your liking.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or air-tight container and store it in the refrigerator. Allow the dressing to chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before using.
Serve tossed with fresh Romaine lettuce and additional salad toppings of choice. Enjoy your dairy-free Caesar salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1216 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.3 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1619 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 994 mg | 21% | |
*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.
