High Protein Vegan Goddess Dressing
Elevate your plant-based meals with this irresistible High Protein Vegan Goddess Dressing! Packed with creamy silken tofu as a protein-rich base, this recipe combines zesty lemon juice, earthy tahini, and tangy apple cider vinegar for a harmonious flavor profile. Fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and dill add vibrant, garden-fresh notes, while nutritional yeast lends a cheesy, umami depth. Sweetened with a touch of maple syrup and perfectly seasoned with garlic, salt, and pepper, this dressing is as versatile as it is delicious. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's ideal for drizzling over salads, grain bowls, and roasted veggies or serving as a dip for crispy crackers and crudités. Vegan, protein-packed, and utterly creamy, this dressing is your new go-to condiment for turning ordinary dishes into extraordinary creations!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 block (12 ounces) silken tofu
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup, loosely packed fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (adjust for desired consistency) water
Instructions
1. Drain and lightly press the silken tofu with a paper towel to remove excess water, but do not dry it completely.
2. Add the silken tofu, nutritional yeast, tahini, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, parsley, chives, dill, garlic, maple syrup, salt, pepper, and water to a blender or food processor.
3. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated.
4. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Add more salt, lemon juice, or water as desired to achieve your preferred flavor and consistency.
5. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container or jar, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
6. Serve chilled over salads, grain bowls, roasted vegetables, or use as a dip for fresh veggies or crackers.
7. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3614 mg | 278% | |
| Iron | 10722.9 mg | 59572% | |
| Potassium | 1450 mg | 31% | |
*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.
