High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Vegan Veggie Sticks with Ranch
Crisp, colorful veggie sticks paired with a creamy, herb-forward ranch dip — this is the kind of snack that feels indulgent without any of the junk hiding in the bottle. Store-bought ranch dressings are notorious for sneaking in high fructose corn syrup and a long list of additives you'd rather not think about, but this version is built entirely from whole, recognizable ingredients. Soaked raw cashews blend into a surprisingly lush, thick dip that gets its tang from fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, while garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and parsley deliver that classic ranch flavor you're after. After a quick chill in the fridge, the dip firms up beautifully and the flavors really come together. The veggie lineup — carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper — brings a satisfying crunch and a rainbow of color to your board. It's an easy crowd-pleaser for parties, meal prep snacking, or just an afternoon pick-me-up that you can feel genuinely good about.
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4 servings
For the ranch dip
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in cold water for 30 minutes, then drained
- ½ cup water
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the veggie sticks
- 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- 3 stalks celery, cut into sticks
- 1 medium cucumber, cut into sticks
- 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Soak the cashews in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and discard the soaking water.
- 2
Add the drained cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The dip should be thick enough to coat a spoon but still pourable — add water 1 tsp at a time if it is too thick.
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