Cilantro Cashew Dressing

Sarah Harper MS, RD, LDN

Cilantro Cashew Dressing is a zesty, spicy, and versatile dressing. It is vegan, gluten free, and delicious.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Total Time 10

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 183 kcal

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

1 cup softened cashews see notes
1/2 cup cilantro you may use stems!
1/2 cup water
1 jalapeno, chopped optional
2 tbsp lime juice approx 1 juicy lime
2 tsp lime zest approx the zest of 1 lime
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp date sugar sugar, date syrup, honey or maple syrup
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
In a blender or food processor, combine the ingredients and blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container and store in the fridge for up to a week.
Use this Cashew Cilantro Lime dressing drizzling over salads, and roasted vegetables, as a spread in a sandwich or wrap, or even as a dip for raw veggies, baked tofu, or crackers.

Notes

Soften Cashews: you can soak in the refrigerator over night or add to boiling hot water and soak/cook for 15 to 20min. Once finished, drain cashews.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 151mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 177IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 2mg

Keyword dip

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