Whole30 Southwest Dressing

Creamy, zesty, and bursting with bold flavors, this Whole30 Southwest Dressing is the perfect addition to your healthy eating repertoire. Made with raw cashews for a velvety base, fresh lime juice for a tangy kick, and a smoky blend of spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and chipotle pepper, this dairy-free and gluten-free dressing is both wholesome and irresistible. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal condiment for drizzling over salads, roasted veggies, or grilled meats. Plus, it’s Whole30-compliant, making it a guilt-free choice for clean eating. Elevate your meals with this versatile, flavor-packed dressing that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 piece Chipotle pepper (from canned chipotles in adobo)*
• 3 tablespoons Water (extra, if needed)

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours to soften. Drain and rinse thoroughly before proceeding.

Step 2

In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked and drained cashews, 1/2 cup water, fresh lime juice, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and the chipotle pepper.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. If the mixture is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more lime juice for tanginess, salt for enhanced flavor, or chipotle for extra heat.

Step 5

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Use as a salad dressing, drizzle for roasted veggies, or a dipping sauce for grilled meats or veggies.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(376.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	940.9

Total Fat 79.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1378.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 47.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 8.2g
Protein 22.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.2mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 977.2mg	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: 71.6%

Protein: 9.2%

Carbs: 19.2%