Wheat 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. Ripe avocados get mashed with lime juice, jalapeño, red onion, cilantro, tomato, and garlic — a classic combination that delivers serious depth without a single grain of flour or wheat-based ingredient in sight. The real showstopper is the cashew lime crema drizzled right on top: raw cashews soaked in boiling water and blended smooth with lime juice and salt create a silky, tangy finish that feels indulgent without any dairy involved. It's a smart move for anyone navigating wheat sensitivities, since store-bought dips and flavored chips can hide surprising sources of gluten in their seasoning blends — here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Pair it with your favorite certified wheat-free tortilla chips and you've got a crowd-pleasing appetizer that genuinely doesn't feel like a compromise. The crema can be served drizzled over the guacamole for a beautiful presentation or kept on the side for dipping — either way, it adds a restaurant-worthy touch that takes about five minutes of hands-off blending to achieve.
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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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