Vegan Classic Sour Cream Sauce
Indulge in the velvety richness of this Vegan Classic Sour Cream Sauce—a plant-based twist on a beloved favorite. Made from nutrient-packed raw cashews, this sauce is blended to creamy perfection with a tangy combination of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard, while nutritional yeast adds a subtle depth of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time (after soaking the cashews), this dairy-free condiment is ready to elevate your tacos, baked potatoes, soups, and more. Perfectly suited for vegans and those seeking a healthier alternative, this versatile sauce is the ultimate addition to your kitchen staples. Refrigerate it to thicken and enjoy throughout the week!
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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 tablespoon Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with water. Allow them to soak for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight. This softens them for easy blending.
Once the cashews have soaked, drain and rinse them well.
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, 0.5 cup water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Blend the mixture on high speed for about 2 to 3 minutes, until it is completely smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender a couple of times.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice if you prefer a tangier flavor.
Transfer the sour cream sauce to a jar or airtight container. It can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to thicken.
The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
677 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1318 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 914 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.
