Mediterranean Diet Creamy Cashew Spread

Elevate your snacking and meal prep with this Mediterranean Diet Creamy Cashew Spread—a luscious, dairy-free alternative packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Made with soaked raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, fragrant garlic, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this versatile spread achieves an irresistibly smooth texture and a perfect balance of savory and tangy notes. Finished with a touch of dried oregano and fresh parsley, it embodies the essence of Mediterranean-style eating. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep (plus soaking time), this quick recipe is perfect as a veggie dip, sandwich spread, or cracker topping. Packed with plant-based protein and heart-healthy fats, it's a nutritious, flavor-packed addition to your healthy lifestyle.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by soaking the raw cashews in one cup of water for at least 2 hours or overnight. This will soften the cashews and make them easier to blend into a smooth spread.

Step 2

2. Once soaked, drain the cashews and rinse them under cold water.

Step 3

3. In a food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews with the garlic clove, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

4. Process the mixture until it becomes a smooth and creamy paste.

Step 5

5. Add the dried oregano and continue to process until well combined.

Step 6

6. Finely chop the fresh parsley and fold it into the cashew spread with a spatula or spoon to incorporate evenly.

Step 7

7. Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 8

8. Transfer the creamy cashew spread to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.

Step 9

9. Serve as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for crackers and enjoy the rich Mediterranean flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(411.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	764.6

Total Fat 63.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1187.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 21.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 80.0mg	0%
Iron 8.4mg	0%
Potassium 865.8mg	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: 69.6%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 20.0%