Fructose 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. Blended raw cashews create a silky, dairy-free base that rivals anything you'd find in a bottle — without the long ingredient lists that can hide sneaky high-fructose sweeteners or fruit-derived additives. Every ingredient here is straightforward and fructose-friendly, leaning on savory herbs like dill, chives, and parsley to deliver that classic ranch flavor without any sweetness at all. A splash of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar bring just enough brightness and tang to round it all out. You can dial the consistency up or down depending on whether you want a thick dip for veggies or a pourable drizzle for salads and grain bowls. Soaking the cashews first is the key step — it's what gives the final blend that ultra-smooth, almost luxurious texture. Make a jar at the start of the week and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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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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