Whole30 Jalapeno Ranch Dressing
Elevate your salads and snacks with this bold and creamy Whole30 Jalapeño Ranch Dressing, a flavor-packed dairy-free delight that's perfect for those following Whole30 or paleo lifestyles. Made with soaked raw cashews, a zingy blend of lime juice and apple cider vinegar, and aromatic fresh herbs like dill, chives, and cilantro, this recipe delivers a refreshing yet fiery kick thanks to the addition of seeded jalapeños and garlic. Olive oil adds a luscious texture, while classic ranch seasonings like onion powder bring nostalgic comfort to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dressing doubles as a veggie dip or zesty drizzle, making it a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought options. Get ready to spice up your favorite dishes with this easy-to-make crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill
- 0.25 cup Fresh chives
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
- 1 Garlic clove
- 1 Jalapeno, seeded and chopped
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes to soften.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender.
Add water, lime juice, and apple cider vinegar to the blender with cashews.
Add the fresh dill, chives, cilantro, garlic clove, and jalapeno to the blender.
Sprinkle in the onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the blender.
Blend the ingredients on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
While the blender is running on a low speed, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until fully incorporated and the dressing is thick and emulsified.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning or lime juice if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Shake well before serving. Enjoy as a dressing for salads or as a dip for fresh vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
168 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 30 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 212 mg | 5% | |
*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.
