Wheat Free Vegan Veggie Sticks with Ranch
Crisp, colorful, and genuinely satisfying, this snack platter is the kind of thing that disappears fast at any gathering. The real star is the cashew-based ranch dip — blended smooth with lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion, and a classic herb duo of dill and parsley, it delivers that creamy, tangy ranch flavor without a drop of dairy or any grain-based thickeners. Store-bought dips can be a minefield of hidden wheat-containing additives and stabilizers, so making your own from whole ingredients puts you completely in control. After a quick chill in the fridge, the dip thickens beautifully and the flavors come together in a way that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Carrots, celery, cucumber, and red bell pepper are cut into neat sticks that give you the perfect vehicle for scooping up every last bit. A scatter of fresh chives on top makes the whole spread look like something from a restaurant appetizer menu. Whether you're prepping for a party or just want a smart, wholesome snack, this one is hard to beat.
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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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