Paleo Classic Sour Cream Sauce
Elevate your Paleo dishes with this irresistibly creamy Paleo Classic Sour Cream Sauce, a dairy-free delight crafted from simple, wholesome ingredients. Made with soaked raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a hint of garlic powder, this sauce delivers the tangy richness of traditional sour cream while remaining completely grain-free and vegan-friendly. With just 10 minutes of prep time, a touch of chill to thicken, and no cooking required, it’s the perfect quick and versatile addition to your kitchen repertoire. Use it as a topping for roasted veggies, a dip for snacks, or a dressing for salads—this Paleo-approved staple is guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Directions
Step 1
Start by placing the raw cashews in a medium bowl. Cover them with hot water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes to soften, or overnight for a creamier texture.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly. This removes any phytic acid and helps ensure a smooth consistency.
Step 3
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked and rinsed cashews with 1 cup of fresh water.
Step 4
Add the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, sea salt, and garlic powder to the blender.
Step 5
Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and silky, scraping down the sides if necessary. This should take about 2–3 minutes depending on your blender.
Step 6
Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as desired. For more tang, add an extra tablespoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar.
Step 7
Transfer the sour cream sauce to a jar or an airtight container.
Step 8
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to thicken and enhance flavors before serving.
Step 9
Serve with your favorite Paleo dishes or use as a dip, dressing, or topping.
Step 10
The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (418.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 646.3 |
| Total Fat 49.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2346.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.0g | |
| Protein 21.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 60.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 818.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories