Gut Friendly Dairy Free Guacamole with Cashew Lime Crema
Creamy, bright, and loaded with fresh flavor, this guacamole gets an unexpected upgrade from a silky cashew lime crema that takes it from great to genuinely unforgettable. The crema comes together by soaking raw cashews in boiling water, then blending them smooth with fresh lime juice and a pinch of salt — no dairy required, and the result is rich and tangy in all the right ways. The guacamole itself is built on ripe avocados, red onion, jalapeño, Roma tomato, garlic, and cilantro, so every bite has layers of heat, brightness, and freshness. Because everything here is made from whole, recognizable ingredients, it's a smart choice when you're trying to keep things gentle on your digestive system without sacrificing any of the fun. Mash the avocado to your preferred texture — chunky and rustic or smooth and scoopable — then drizzle that cashew crema right over the top for a dish that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of recipe that disappears fast at a gathering, and nobody will miss the sour cream for even a second.
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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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