Dairy-Free Classic Creamy Chip Dip
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this Dairy-Free Classic Creamy Chip Dip—a luscious, plant-based twist on a party favorite! Made with a base of soaked cashews, this vegan dip achieves a velvety texture that's irresistibly creamy without a hint of dairy. Infused with zesty lemon juice, tangy apple cider vinegar, and savory seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and dried dill, every bite bursts with bold, crave-worthy flavor. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle "cheesy" note while almond milk keeps it light yet indulgent. Topped with fresh chopped chives, this dip pairs perfectly with chips, crackers, or crunchy vegetable sticks. Quick to prepare and ideal for any gathering, this dairy-free chip dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 2 cups water (for soaking)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews with fresh water.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the drained cashews, almond milk, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary. This should take about 1-2 minutes depending on the strength of your blender.
Step 5
Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, lemon juice, or garlic powder to suit your preference.
Step 6
Pour the dip into a serving bowl and stir in the chopped chives.
Step 7
Refrigerate the dip for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
Serve the creamy chip dip with your favorite dairy-free chips or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (901.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 738.5 |
| Total Fat 52.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1337.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 49.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.7g | |
| Protein 29.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 493.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1151.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories