Vegan Sour Cream

Discover the tangy, creamy magic of homemade Vegan Sour Cream—a dairy-free delight that’s as rich and versatile as the real thing! Made with wholesome raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of nutritional yeast for a savory boost, this plant-based alternative comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. Perfectly smooth and luxuriously thick, it makes the ideal topping for baked potatoes, tacos, chili, or even dolloped on roasted veggies. With a simple soak-and-blend process, you'll create a condiment that's not only delicious but also gluten-free and packed with natural flavor. Whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just looking for a healthier sour cream substitute, this recipe is sure to elevate your meals while keeping things quick, easy, and nutritious.

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 filtered water
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water from a kettle. Let them soak for about 5 minutes to soften.

Step 2

Drain the cashews and add them to a high-speed blender.

Step 3

Add the filtered water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, nutritional yeast, sea salt, dijon mustard, and garlic powder to the blender with the cashews.

Step 4

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides as needed.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasonings if desired, adding more lemon juice or salt to taste.

Step 6

Transfer the vegan sour cream to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow it to thicken and the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a topping or condiment in your favorite vegan dishes. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(415.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	690.4

Total Fat 50.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1301.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.8g	0%
Total Sugars 7.6g
Protein 27.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 44.1mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 996.2mg	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: 61.6%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 23.7%