Black Pepper Free Dairy Free Guacamole with Cashew Lime Crema
Creamy, vibrant, and packed with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. The star move here is the cashew lime crema — raw cashews soaked and blended with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt until silky smooth and pourable. It adds a rich, tangy finish that feels indulgent without a drop of dairy in sight. The guacamole itself is built on ripe avocados, bright lime, jalapeño heat, fresh cilantro, and a little garlic, so every bite has real depth and complexity. Because the whole recipe leans on whole, simple ingredients, you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden spice blends sneaking in unwanted additives. Serve it with tortilla chips and extra lime wedges for a presentation that looks way more impressive than the effort it actually takes. Whether you're cooking for a crowd or just treating yourself on a Tuesday, this one is genuinely hard to beat.
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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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