Vegan Classic Cream Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted veggies, or grain bowls with this Vegan Classic Cream Dressing—a dairy-free game-changer that's as wholesome as it is indulgent! Made with creamy, nutrient-packed raw cashews and a vibrant blend of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, this dressing achieves a luscious texture and tangy depth without relying on traditional ingredients. Sweetened with just a touch of maple syrup and seasoned with garlic and onion powder, it balances savory and sweet in every bite. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile plant-based dressing is perfect for meal prep and stays fresh for up to a week. Whether you're looking for a healthier alternative or a vegan-friendly way to boost flavor, this easy recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.75 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10 minutes. This will soften them and make them easier to blend into a smooth texture.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender.
Add 3/4 cup of water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
Blend the mixture on high speed for about 1-2 minutes until completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary. If you prefer a thinner dressing, you can add more water, one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until the desired consistency is reached.
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Shake well before each use. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1431 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 821 mg | 17% | |
*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.
