Super Easy Vegan Ranch Dressing

Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly flavorful, this Super Easy Vegan Ranch Dressing is the ultimate dairy-free alternative to the classic condiment. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and a blend of dried herbs, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. The addition of apple cider vinegar and lemon juice delivers a zesty kick, while garlic and onion powders infuse it with bold, savory notes. Perfect as a dip for fresh veggies, a topping for salads, or a spread for sandwiches, this healthy vegan ranch is as versatile as it is delicious. Plus, it's naturally gluten-free, oil-free, and packed with plant-based goodness, making it a guilt-free staple you'll want to keep on hand.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 3 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a heat-safe bowl and pour boiling water over them. Let them soak for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Drain the cashews and add them to a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened almond milk, water, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice to the blender with the cashews.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This may take 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.

Step 5

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and ground black pepper to the blender.

Step 6

Blend again briefly to incorporate all the seasonings evenly.

Step 7

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice for acidity if desired.

Step 8

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Stir before serving and enjoy as a dip for veggies, a salad dressing, or a topping for your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(284.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	647.1

Total Fat 49.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1226.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 16.5IU	0%
Calcium 140.8mg	0%
Iron 8.2mg	0%
Potassium 800.1mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 22.8%