Lactose Free Dairy Free Guacamole with Cashew Lime Crema
Creamy, bright, and packed with fresh flavor, this guacamole is the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast at any gathering. The real star is the cashew lime crema — raw cashews soaked in boiling water and blended with fresh lime juice until silky smooth — which adds a rich, tangy drizzle that feels indulgent without a drop of dairy. It's a clever workaround for anyone who loves that creamy finish on their guacamole but needs to skip the sour cream or cheese. The guacamole itself is built on ripe avocados, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, garlic, and fresh tomato, so every bite has layers of heat, brightness, and texture. You can keep it chunky and rustic or mash it smooth depending on your mood. Serve it straight away with tortilla chips and extra lime wedges, and don't be surprised when people ask what's in that crema — it tastes far more luxurious than its short ingredient list suggests.
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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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