Dairy-Free Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Creamy, smoky, and completely dairy-free, this Chipotle Ranch Dressing is the perfect blend of bold flavor and wholesome ingredients. Made with a base of soaked raw cashews and unsweetened almond milk, this vegan-friendly recipe delivers the rich, velvety texture of ranch dressing without a drop of dairy. A zesty mix of lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and classic ranch seasonings like garlic and dill complements the kick of chipotle pepper and smoked paprika for a perfectly balanced, spicy twist. In just 10 minutes of prep time and with simple pantry staples, this versatile dressing can be used as a salad dressing, veggie dip, or drizzle for wraps and sandwiches. Whether you're avoiding dairy or just looking for a flavorful new addition to your meal rotation, this dairy-free chipotle ranch dressing is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground chipotle pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw cashews. Place the cashews in a bowl and cover them with boiling water. Allow them to soak for 10 to 15 minutes until softened.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.

Step 3

In a high-speed blender, combine the drained cashews, almond milk, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, sea salt, smoked paprika, chili powder, ground chipotle pepper, and olive oil.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. Depending on the strength of your blender, this could take 1 to 2 minutes.

Step 5

If the dressing is too thick for your liking, add water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary. You can add more salt, lemon juice, or chipotle, depending on your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Shake or stir the dressing before serving. Enjoy it as a salad dressing, a dip for vegetables, or a condiment for wraps and sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(681.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	961.1

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1359.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 7.9g
Protein 23.7g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 516.7mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 987.1mg	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: 71.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 18.7%