Caffeine Free Vegan Cashew Ranch Dressing
Creamy, herby, and completely plant-based, this cashew ranch is the kind of dressing that makes you want to pour it on absolutely everything. Soaking raw cashews in boiling water before blending is the secret to that silky, dairy-free base — no cream, no buttermilk, just pure blended richness that rivals anything from a bottle. Dried dill, parsley, and chives bring that classic ranch flavor you know and love, while lemon juice and apple cider vinegar add just the right amount of tang to keep things bright. The whole thing comes together in a blender, and you can dial the consistency up or down depending on whether you want a drizzleable dressing or a thick, scoopable dip. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of stimulants, so there's no need to scan labels or second-guess anything. A short rest in the fridge lets the flavors meld and the texture set, making it even better by the time it hits your plate. Keep a jar on hand all week — it's genuinely that versatile.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ½ cup water, plus more to thin
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp dried chives
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the cashews in a bowl and cover with boiling water. Soak for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse well.
- 2
Transfer the drained cashews to a high-speed blender. Add the ½ cup water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic clove, onion powder, garlic powder, dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, salt, black pepper, and Dijon mustard, if using.
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