Sugar-Free Creamy Cashew Spread
Indulge in the luscious, velvety goodness of this Sugar-Free Creamy Cashew Spread—a dairy-free, nutrient-rich alternative that's perfect for vegans, health-conscious eaters, or anyone seeking guilt-free indulgence. Made with soaked raw cashews for maximum creaminess and flavored with zesty lemon juice, robust garlic, and savory nutritional yeast, this spread packs a punch of flavor without any added sugar. Extra-virgin olive oil adds a silky texture, while black pepper and sea salt enhance the savory profile of this versatile recipe. Ready in just 10 minutes once prepped, this creamy spread can elevate sandwiches, wraps, toast, or fresh veggies into a gourmet experience. Store it in the fridge and enjoy throughout the week for a quick, healthy snack. Optimize your plant-based lifestyle with this protein-rich and flavorful cashew spread today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw cashews
- 4 cups Filtered water (for soaking)
- 1 cup Filtered water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a large bowl and cover them with 4 cups of filtered water. Allow the cashews to soak for at least 4 hours or overnight for the best results.
After soaking, drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, 1 cup of fresh filtered water, lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the ingredients on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This process may take 3-5 minutes depending on your blender's power.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, lemon juice, or pepper to taste.
Transfer the creamy cashew spread to a clean, airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Serve as a spread on sandwiches or wraps, a topping for toast, or as a dip with vegetables or crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1692 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 139.0 g | 178% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2402 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1865 mg | 40% | |
*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.
