Xanthan Gum Free Vegan Cashew Ranch Dressing
So many store-bought ranch dressings and even homemade versions rely on gums and stabilizers to get that thick, creamy texture — which makes finding a clean alternative genuinely tricky. This one skips all of that entirely, using soaked raw cashews as the base to achieve a luscious, velvety consistency that holds up beautifully without any additives. The blending process does all the heavy lifting, transforming simple pantry staples into something that tastes indulgent and rich. Classic ranch flavors come through loud and clear thanks to dried dill, chives, parsley, onion powder, and garlic powder, while lemon juice and apple cider vinegar add that signature tangy brightness. A touch of Dijon mustard is optional but worth it for a little extra depth. You can dial the consistency up or down depending on whether you want a pourable salad dressing or a thicker dip for veggies and wraps. Make a jar on Sunday and you'll be reaching for it all week long.
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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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