Soy-Free Creamy Cashew Spread
Indulge in the luscious, dairy-free delight of our Soy-Free Creamy Cashew Spread—a velvety, plant-based recipe crafted to elevate your snacking and meals. Made with soaked raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, savory nutritional yeast, and a touch of garlic and onion powder, this spread delivers a perfect balance of creamy texture and bold, cheesy flavors without relying on soy or dairy. Enhanced by a drizzle of olive oil and fresh chopped chives, it's a versatile staple that pairs beautifully with crackers, wraps, or veggie platters. With just 10 minutes of preparation and no cooking required, this easy recipe is ideal for meal prep or entertaining, accommodating gluten-free and vegan diets effortlessly. Make it your go-to homemade dip or sandwich spread today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups raw cashews
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a medium-sized bowl and cover them with an inch of water. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight to soften the nuts.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under cold water.
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, 1 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and olive oil.
Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to stop occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is evenly blended.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more salt, lemon juice, or nutritional yeast according to your preference.
Add the black pepper and blend again briefly to incorporate.
Transfer the creamy cashew spread to a bowl and stir in the chopped chives.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before each use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.9 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1224 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.9 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1502 mg | 32% | |
*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.
