Dairy-Free Classic Cream Dressing
Elevate your salads and snacks with this velvety Dairy-Free Classic Cream Dressing, a healthier, plant-based alternative brimming with rich, savory flavor. Made from soaked raw cashews blended with tangy lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dressing achieves a luxuriously creamy texture without a drop of dairy. Sweetened naturally with a touch of maple syrup and balanced by garlic powder, olive oil, and a sprinkle of black pepper, it’s perfect for those seeking a vegan, gluten-free condiment with a gourmet twist. Ready in just 15 minutes after soaking, this versatile dressing doubles as a dip or spread, making it a crowd-pleaser for salads, wraps, and veggie platters alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Water (for soaking)
Instructions
1. Begin by soaking the raw cashews. Place them in a bowl and cover with 2 cups of water. Let them soak for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
2. After soaking, drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
3. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, 0.5 cup of water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, maple syrup, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
4. Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. This should take about 1-2 minutes, depending on the power of your blender.
5. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
6. Transfer the dressing to a jar or an airtight container. It will thicken slightly as it chills.
7. Store the dairy-free cream dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
8. Shake or stir the dressing before using it over your favorite salads, as a dip for fresh vegetables, or as a spread in wraps and sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
962 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.3 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1316 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 823 mg | 18% | |
*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.
