Vegan Trio of Dipping Sauces
Elevate your appetizer game with this Vegan Trio of Dipping Sauces, a vibrant collection of dairy-free dips perfect for any occasion. This recipe features three distinct, flavorful sauces: a creamy cashew ranch made with soaked cashews and aromatic spices, a smoky roasted red pepper hummus packed with chickpeas and a kick of paprika, and a zesty avocado-lime crema bursting with fresh lime and cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, these plant-based dips are easy to prepare and versatile—ideal for serving with crunchy vegetables, crispy tortilla chips, or warm crusty bread. Whether you’re hosting a party or simply upgrading your snack platter, these vegan dips are sure to delight and impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup roasted red peppers
- 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 medium fresh avocado
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 medium garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Instructions
Soak 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes, then drain.
For the cashew ranch sauce, blend the drained cashews with 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried dill, and 1 teaspoon sea salt until smooth and creamy. Transfer to a small serving bowl.
For the roasted red pepper hummus, combine 1 cup roasted red peppers, 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas, 2 tablespoons tahini, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes, and salt to taste in a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed and transfer to a serving bowl.
For the avocado-lime crema, blend 1 medium avocado, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup water, 1 garlic clove, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, and a pinch of salt in a food processor until smooth. Add additional water in small amounts if needed to achieve your desired consistency. Transfer to a third serving bowl.
Serve all three sauces together with your favorite dipping items, such as fresh vegetables, tortilla chips, or crusty bread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1664 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.7 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2418 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.4 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.5 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.8 g | ||
| Protein | 60.4 g | 121% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2612 mg | 201% | |
| Iron | 10734.0 mg | 59633% | |
| Potassium | 3040 mg | 65% | |
*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.
