Vegan Chipotle Ranch

Elevate your plant-based dishes with this creamy and smoky Vegan Chipotle Ranch dressing, a deliciously versatile condiment that’s ready in just 10 minutes (after soaking the cashews). Made with wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, and a bold chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, this dairy-free dressing is perfectly balanced with hints of garlic, herbs, and a touch of maple syrup for subtle sweetness. Its rich and velvety texture pairs beautifully with salads, veggie platters, grain bowls, or even as a flavorful spread for sandwiches. Easy to make and bursting with tangy, smoky flavor, this Vegan Chipotle Ranch is a healthier and crave-worthy alternative to store-bought dressings that’s sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dried chives
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 pepper Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup

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. This will soften the cashews, making them easier to blend.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews under fresh water.

Step 3

In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the drained cashews, 1 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, salt, black pepper, chipotle pepper, and maple syrup.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until it is completely smooth and creamy. This may take a few minutes. If the dressing is too thick, add more water one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings if needed. You can add more lemon juice for tanginess, more chipotle for heat, or more maple syrup for sweetness.

Step 6

Transfer the Vegan Chipotle Ranch to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week and enjoy it on salads, as a dip, or as a spread on sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(428.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	695.9

Total Fat 49.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1325.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 22.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.9mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 941.7mg	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: 60.0%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 27.9%