Vegan Sour Cream
Creamy, tangy, and totally dairy-free, this Vegan Sour Cream is the perfect plant-based alternative to the classic condiment. Made with soaked raw cashews, fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of nutritional yeast for depth, this recipe delivers a beautifully smooth texture and a bold, zesty flavor that rivals traditional sour cream. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the magic of a high-speed blender, you'll have a versatile topping that’s perfect for tacos, baked potatoes, soups, or any dish that calls for a creamy, savory kick. Plus, it’s gluten-free, soy-free, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients for a health-conscious twist! Fully customizable, easy to store, and completely delicious—this vegan sour cream is about to become a staple in your fridge.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup filtered water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water from a kettle. Let them soak for about 5 minutes to soften.
Drain the cashews and add them to a high-speed blender.
Add the filtered water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, sea salt, dijon mustard, and garlic powder to the blender with the cashews.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if desired, adding more lemon juice or salt to taste.
Transfer the vegan sour cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to thicken and the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a topping or condiment in your favorite vegan dishes. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.3 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1301 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.6 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 996 mg | 21% | |
*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.
