Vegan BBQ Ranch Dressing
Elevate your salads, dips, and sandwiches with this creamy, flavor-packed Vegan BBQ Ranch Dressing! Crafted from wholesome raw cashews and infused with a bold blend of smoky paprika, tangy apple cider vinegar, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of sweet maple syrup, this dairy-free delight is a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. The addition of BBQ sauce brings a smoky-sweet kick, while fresh chives and aromatic spices like garlic and onion powder tie it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes (with a little prep ahead), this versatile, easy-to-make dressing is perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike. Refrigerate to meld the flavors, and enjoy it as a salad topper, veggie dip, or sandwich spread—your taste buds will thank you!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.75 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.25 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with water. Let them soak for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 4
Add the onion powder, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika to the blender. Blend again until all the ingredients are well combined.
Step 5
Pour the mixture into a large bowl.
Step 6
Add the BBQ sauce to the cashew mixture and whisk until the sauce is evenly incorporated.
Step 7
Stir in the freshly chopped chives.
Step 8
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Transfer the Vegan BBQ Ranch Dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Step 10
Serve chilled over salads, as a dip, or on your favorite vegan sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (425.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 785.7 |
| Total Fat 49.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1388.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 74.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.6g | |
| Protein 23.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 122.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1023.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories