Emulsifier Free Dairy Free Guacamole with Cashew Lime Crema
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of dip that disappears fast at any gathering. The real showstopper is the cashew lime crema — raw cashews soaked in boiling water and blended with fresh lime juice and salt until silky smooth, creating a rich, pourable topping that feels indulgent without a drop of dairy or any processed additives. Because every component is built from whole, recognizable ingredients, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden emulsifiers or stabilizers that sneak into store-bought dips and sauces. The guacamole itself is classic and punchy — ripe avocados mashed with red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, garlic, and Roma tomato, all brightened with a generous squeeze of fresh lime. You can keep it rustic and chunky or mash it smooth depending on your mood, then drizzle that luscious crema right over the top for a stunning finish. Serve it with tortilla chips and extra lime wedges and watch it vanish before anything else on the table does.
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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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