Vegan Caesar Dressing
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Vegan Caesar Dressing, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! Made with raw cashews as the foundation, this dressing delivers a velvety texture without the need for dairy. It’s infused with bold flavors from tangy lemon juice, savory nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, and a hint of capers for that signature Caesar zing. A touch of maple syrup balances the flavors, while olive oil adds richness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy homemade dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, using as a dip for veggies, or even dressing up your favorite grain bowls. Whether you're vegan or just exploring dairy-free options, this versatile and delicious Vegan Caesar Dressing will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 Garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 teaspoon Capers juice
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Maple syrup
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Allow them to soak for at least 10 minutes to soften, then drain them well.
Step 2
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, garlic clove, capers, caper juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and maple syrup.
Step 3
Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are well-combined.
Step 4
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if necessary, such as adding more lemon juice for tanginess or salt for seasoning.
Step 5
Transfer the vegan Caesar dressing to a jar or bottle with a lid and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Step 6
Stir the dressing before using and enjoy it over salads, as a dip for veggies, or in grain bowls.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (226.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 661.1 |
| Total Fat 55.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1863.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.4g | |
| Protein 17.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 39.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 633.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories