Lemon Cream Dressing Raw Vegan
Brighten up your meals with this luscious Lemon Cream Dressing, a raw vegan delight that’s as wholesome as it is flavorful. Made with creamy soaked cashews, zesty freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of maple syrup for natural sweetness, this dressing strikes the perfect balance between tangy and velvety. A touch of Dijon mustard, a clove of garlic, and a hint of sea salt and black pepper elevate the flavor profile, making it a versatile companion for fresh salads, roasted veggies, or even as a dip for your favorite snacks. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking involved, this dairy-free, plant-based dressing is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Perfect for meal preps and ready to store in your fridge for up to five days, this creamy, zesty dressing will quickly become your go-to for adding a burst of flavor to any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Cashews
- 0.25 cups Lemon juice
- 0.25 cups Water
- 1 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.125 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Soak the cashews in warm water for 1-2 hours or in boiling water for 10 minutes if you're short on time. Drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
2. Add the soaked cashews, lemon juice, water, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic clove, sea salt, and black pepper into a high-speed blender.
3. Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides of the blender if needed to ensure everything integrates well.
4. Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon juice for tanginess, maple syrup for sweetness, or salt and pepper as needed.
5. Pour the dressing into a serving jar or an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve over fresh greens, roasted vegetables, or use as a dip for crudités. Store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.3 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 711 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 444 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.
