Vegan Creamy Garlic Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls with this luscious Vegan Creamy Garlic Dressing, a dairy-free alternative packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Made with a base of soaked raw cashews, this silky-smooth dressing comes together in just 10 minutes and boasts a harmonious blend of zesty lemon juice, tangy apple cider vinegar, and savory nutritional yeast. Three large garlic cloves infuse it with a robust, garlicky essence, while a touch of maple syrup adds just the right hint of sweetness. Gluten-free, oil-free, and naturally creamy, this versatile dressing is perfect for meal prepping, staying fresh for up to a week in the fridge! Perfect for vegans and garlic lovers alike, it’s a must-have condiment for healthy, flavorful meals.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.75 cup Water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them. This will help create a smooth and creamy texture for the dressing.
Step 2
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly after 10 minutes.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the drained cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 4
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. This may take 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.
Step 5
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.
Step 6
Transfer the dressing to a clean jar or container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Step 7
Shake or stir well before each use, as the dressing may thicken slightly upon chilling.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (378.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 733.0 |
| Total Fat 50.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1327.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.0g | |
| Protein 28.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 86.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1069.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories