Anti Inflammatory Dairy Free Guacamole with Cashew Lime Crema
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole gets a serious upgrade from a silky cashew lime crema that you'd never guess was completely plant-based. Ripe avocados are mashed with fresh lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, garlic, and Roma tomato — every single ingredient pulling double duty for flavor and function. The crema comes together by soaking raw cashews in boiling water, then blending them smooth with lime juice and a pinch of salt, creating a rich, pourable drizzle that takes the whole bowl to another level. What makes this approach so smart for an anti-inflammatory lifestyle is that every component is a whole food — no dairy, no processed additives, just ingredients that genuinely work with your body rather than against it. Avocados and olive-free cashews bring healthy fats to the table, while the lime, garlic, and jalapeño add a punchy brightness that keeps things feeling fresh rather than heavy. It comes together in under an hour, most of which is hands-off soaking time, making it an easy win for a snack, appetizer, or party spread. Scoop it up with tortilla chips or serve it alongside anything that needs a little extra life.
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4 servings
For the cashew lime crema
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 3 tbsp water
- ¼ tsp salt
For the guacamole
- 3 ripe avocados
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 small roma tomato, seeded and finely diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For serving
- tortilla chips, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the cashews in a small bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
- 2
Transfer the drained cashews to a blender or food processor. Add the 3 tbsp lime juice, 3 tbsp water, and 1/4 tsp salt. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The crema should be pourable but thick enough to coat a spoon. Add water 1 tsp at a time if needed to reach that consistency. Set aside.
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