Whole30 Creamy Garlic Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted vegetables, and grilled proteins with this indulgent yet wholesome Whole30 Creamy Garlic Dressing! Made from a luscious blend of soaked raw cashews, fresh garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this dairy-free and vegan dressing delivers a velvety texture and bold flavor that’s perfect for clean-eating enthusiasts. Enhanced with the tang of apple cider vinegar and the subtle kick of Dijon mustard, it’s a versatile condiment that fits seamlessly into Whole30, paleo, and plant-based diets. Ready in just 10 minutes (excluding soaking time), this easy-to-make recipe is a healthy, oil-rich alternative to traditional creamy dressings. Store it in your fridge for use throughout the week and enjoy the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and garlicky goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw Cashews
- 1 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 medium Garlic Cloves
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 2 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Place 1 cup of raw cashews into a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under cold water.
In a high-speed blender, combine the drained cashews with 1 cup of water.
Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil, 3 peeled garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard to the blender.
Include 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to the mixture.
Blend everything on high speed until the dressing is smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender if necessary.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt or lemon juice for additional flavor as per your taste preference.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken before serving.
Stir well before serving. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1319 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.1 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 8.1 mg | 45% | |
| Potassium | 870 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.
