Vegan Classic Caesar Dressing
Creamy, zesty, and packed with plant-based goodness, this Vegan Classic Caesar Dressing is a game-changer for salad lovers. Made from wholesome ingredients like soaked raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and briny capers, this recipe delivers all the tangy, umami-rich flavors of a traditional Caesar dressing—without the dairy or anchovies. A hint of garlic, a splash of olive oil, and a touch of maple syrup create a perfectly balanced, velvety dressing that’s ready in just 10 minutes (after soaking the cashews). Perfect for drizzling over crisp romaine, using as a dip, or dressing up roasted vegetables, this versatile vegan Caesar dressing is a must-have for your recipe collection. Plus, it’s free from additives and can be stored for up to a week, making it both delicious and convenient! Keywords: vegan Caesar dressing, dairy-free salad dressing, creamy vegan dressing, plant-based Caesar salad recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cups Raw cashews
- 0.25 cups Water
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Water (extra for soaking)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the raw cashews in one cup of water for at least two hours. For a quicker method, you can boil them for 15 minutes to soften.
Once the cashews are softened, drain and rinse them thoroughly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, 0.25 cup water, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You may need to pause and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well incorporated.
While blending, gradually add the olive oil and continue to blend until the dressing is thick and emulsified.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container with a lid. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Shake well before using and enjoy it over your favorite salads, roasted vegetables, or as a dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.2 g | 123% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1953 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 22.6 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 846 mg | 18% | |
*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.
