Sugar-Free Vegan Sour Cream
Creamy, tangy, and entirely plant-based, this Sugar-Free Vegan Sour Cream is a game-changer for those seeking a healthier dairy-free alternative. Made with soaked raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of apple cider vinegar, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of smooth texture and bold flavor. A dash of nutritional yeast adds a subtle umami depth, while remaining completely sugar-free and suitable for vegan and gluten-free lifestyles. Ready in just 10 minutes, this homemade sour cream is a versatile addition to your kitchen staples—ideal as a dip, spread, or topping for tacos, baked potatoes, and more. With simple ingredients and no cooking required, it's the ultimate guilt-free indulgence for your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a small bowl and cover them with boiling water. Let them soak for 10 minutes to soften.
Drain the soaked cashews and transfer them to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Add water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, and salt to the blender with the cashews.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt if desired for extra tanginess or flavor.
Transfer the sour cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and thicken before serving.
Enjoy as a topping or dip, and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.9 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 890 mg | 19% | |
*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.
