Low Sodium Vegan Sour Cream
Creamy, tangy, and completely dairy-free, this Low Sodium Vegan Sour Cream is the perfect guilt-free alternative to traditional sour cream. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar, this recipe delivers the classic tanginess you crave without relying on heavy sodium or processed ingredients. A touch of unsweetened non-dairy yogurt adds an extra velvety texture, while a hint of garlic and onion powder brings a subtle depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile plant-based sour cream is ideal as a dip, dolloped over tacos, swirled into soups, or spread on baked potatoes. Enjoy a healthier, homemade take on everyone’s favorite creamy condiment with this quick and easy recipe!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened non-dairy yogurt (e.g., coconut or almond yogurt)
- 0.25 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons onion powder
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 30 minutes to soften. If you have time, you can also soak them overnight in cold water for even creamier results.
Step 2
Once the cashews are soaked, drain and rinse them thoroughly under cold water.
Step 3
Add the soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, non-dairy yogurt, garlic powder, and onion powder to a blender or food processor.
Step 4
Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This may take 2-4 minutes depending on the power of your blender.
Step 5
Taste the sour cream and adjust the tanginess by adding a bit more lemon juice or apple cider vinegar if desired.
Step 6
Transfer the sour cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps the flavors meld and improves the texture.
Step 7
Serve chilled as a topping or dip. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (297.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 652.4 |
| Total Fat 49.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 21.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 40.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.8g | |
| Protein 21.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 72.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 808.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories