Nut-Free Creamy Peanut Dressing
Indulge in the silky, flavorful magic of this Nut-Free Creamy Peanut Dressing, a perfect alternative for anyone avoiding peanuts or nuts altogether. Made with sunflower seed butter, this recipe offers the same rich, nutty essence you crave without any allergens. A harmonious blend of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and fresh lime juice creates a tangy base, sweetened naturally with honey or agave syrup and finished with the warmth of garlic, ginger, and a hint of sesame oil. Easily whisked together in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing can be drizzled over crisp salads, tossed with noodles, or used as a savory dip for fresh veggies. Plus, it's completely customizable—add a dash of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick or adjust the flavors to suit your palate. With its creamy texture and bold umami notes, this nut-free dressing is a game-changer for anyone seeking allergy-friendly, plant-based options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup sunflower seed butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sunflower seed butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey or agave syrup, sesame oil, and fresh lime juice.
Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the mixture and mix well until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Slowly add water to the mixture while whisking continuously until you reach your desired consistency. The dressing should be smooth and creamy.
Adjust the taste, if necessary, with additional soy sauce for saltiness, more honey/agave for sweetness, or lime juice for tang.
For a spicy kick, stir in the optional red pepper flakes.
Transfer the dressing to a clean airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Shake or stir well before each use, and serve over salads, noodles, or as a dip with fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1768 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.5 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2053 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.0 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.4 g | ||
| Protein | 48.1 g | 96% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1672 mg | 36% | |
*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.
