The possibilities are endless when making a whole food, plant based, no sugar, oil or salt dressing. The more I experiment the more I am able to whip up some awfully tasty creations that are actually healthy for you to eat. Imagine that – a dressing where the more you eat the healthier you are! It’s absolutely crazy. This creamy, oil-free, dairy-free, salt-free dressing is one of my favorites on salads, baked potatoes and roasted veggies. I hope you enjoy as much as I do.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup water (depending on your desired thickness)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 3 tbsps lemon juice
- 1/2″ serrano pepper
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
Directions
- Bring a pot of water to boil. Toss in the cashews and cover the pot. Soak for 30 minutes. NOTE: The longer you soak in the hot water the softer they become. The softer they are the creamier your dressing.
- Add cashews and water to a high speed blender until creamy. Start off with 1/4 cup water. You can always add more add the end of the recipe if you prefer a thinner dressing.
- Add the cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, serrano pepper, hot sauce and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.