Vegan Chipotle Dressing
Creamy, smoky, and with just the right amount of heat, this Vegan Chipotle Dressing is a game-changing addition to your plant-based kitchen. Made from protein-rich soaked cashews, zesty lime juice, and the bold flavors of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this dressing is naturally dairy-free, oil-free, and full of flavor. A hint of maple syrup adds subtle sweetness while smoked paprika and garlic powder enhance its depth. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile vegan dressing is perfect for drizzling over salads, coating grain bowls, or serving as a spicy dipping sauce. With its velvety texture and vibrant taste, it’s sure to elevate every dish it touches. Bonus: it stays fresh in the fridge for up to a week!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1 whole pepper Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon Adobo sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10 minutes to soften them. If you have more time, soak them in room temperature water for 2-4 hours.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.
Step 3
In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, water, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high speed until smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as necessary to ensure everything is fully incorporated.
Step 5
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Serve the vegan chipotle dressing over salads, grain bowls, or as a flavorful dipping sauce. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (351.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 728.9 |
| Total Fat 50.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1421.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 22.1g | |
| Protein 22.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 77.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 947.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories