Paleo Creamy Herb Dip
Elevate your appetizer game with this Paleo Creamy Herb Dip, a luscious and dairy-free alternative made from raw cashews and fresh herbs. Perfectly smooth and rich, thanks to soaked cashews blended with olive oil and zesty lemon juice, this dip is packed with bold flavors from garlic, parsley, dill, and chives. Seasoned with onion powder, salt, and a touch of black pepper, it offers a perfect balance of savory and herbaceous notes. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus soaking time), this versatile dip is ideal for pairing with crunchy vegetables, Paleo-friendly crackers, or as a creamy spread for sandwiches. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a healthy snack, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress while staying true to clean eating principles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (raw and unsalted) Cashews
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh dill
- 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by soaking the cashews in a bowl of water for at least 2 hours, or until they have softened. This will ensure the dip is creamy and smooth. For a quicker option, soak in hot water for 30 minutes.
Drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly after soaking. Place them in a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add the water, lemon juice, olive oil, and minced garlic into the blender with the cashews.
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides a few times to ensure all cashews are well blended.
Once smooth, add the chopped parsley, dill, and chives into the blender.
Sprinkle in the onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Pulse the blender a few times to combine the herbs with the cashew cream. Do not over-process to maintain some texture from the fresh herbs.
Taste the dip and adjust seasonings as needed according to your preference.
Transfer the dip to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with your choice of vegetables, Paleo-friendly crackers, or as a spread for sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.8 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2419 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 23.6 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1204 mg | 26% | |
*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.
