Dairy-Free Chipotle Dressing

Elevate your salads and meals with this irresistibly smoky and creamy Dairy-Free Chipotle Dressing! Made with soaked raw cashews, zesty lime juice, and the bold kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this plant-based dressing achieves a luscious texture without a drop of dairy. A touch of maple syrup balances the heat with subtle sweetness, while apple cider vinegar and smoked paprika enhance its tangy, smoky depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile, gluten-free recipe is perfect for drizzling over greens, using as a dip, or adding a flavorful twist to tacos and grain bowls. Healthy, homemade, and packed with flavor—this dairy-free dressing is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Filtered water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes. This will soften them and make them easier to blend.

Step 2

Drain the cashews and add them to a high-speed blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the water, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, lime juice, olive oil, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar to the blender.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 5

Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add more filtered water one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to suit your taste.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 8

Shake well before using, and enjoy this dairy-free chipotle dressing on salads, as a dip, or on your favorite dishes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(515.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	998.4

Total Fat 78.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2641.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 23.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 87.1mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1020.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.8%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 24.5%