Dairy-Free Classic Sour Cream Sauce
Transform your favorite dishes with this luscious Dairy-Free Classic Sour Cream Sauce, a plant-based alternative that’s richly creamy and tangy. Made with soaked raw cashews, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a splash of apple cider vinegar, this vegan sour cream boasts the perfect balance of zesty flavor and velvety texture. Whipped together in just minutes using common pantry staples like Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder, it’s a breeze to prepare and customize to your taste. Whether you’re topping baked potatoes, drizzling over tacos, or adding a dollop to chili, this easy recipe is a must-have for dairy-free cooking. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for meal prep, it keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it a versatile addition to your plant-based kitchen arsenal.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Cashews (raw, unsalted)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Allow them to soak for 4 hours, or overnight if possible. This will soften the cashews and make them easier to blend.
Step 2
After soaking, drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
Step 3
Add the soaked cashews, 3/4 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to a high-speed blender.
Step 4
Blend on high speed until the mixture is very smooth and creamy. This may take about 2-3 minutes depending on your blender.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more water to reach your desired consistency.
Step 6
Transfer the dairy-free sour cream sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container. It can be used immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Step 7
Stir the sauce well before using it as a topping for baked potatoes, tacos, or any dish that requires a tangy, creamy touch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (377.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 815.7 |
| Total Fat 63.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1318.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.2g | |
| Protein 26.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 73.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1007.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories