Vegan Caesar Dressing
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Vegan Caesar Dressing
Description
The Vegan Caesar Dressing is made by blending soaked raw cashews with minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, white miso paste, olive oil, water, salt, and ground black pepper until smooth and silky. The cashews provide a creamy texture while the lemon juice brings brightness and acidity. Miso adds an umami depth similar to anchovies traditionally used in Caesar dressings. Olive oil enriches the flavor and mouthfeel. The mixture emulsifies into a thick, creamy dressing that holds well.
This dressing offers a savory and tangy profile reminiscent of classic Caesar, but it is entirely plant-based with no dairy or eggs. The garlic and lemon provide sharpness, while miso imparts complexity. The texture is luscious, thickening slightly once refrigerated.
It can be stored chilled and used within five days. Use it as a salad dressing or dip to enjoy the familiar flavors of Caesar in a vegan-friendly format.
Nutrition info is an estimate per roughly 2 tablespoons of dressing.Refer to the full recipe source for substitution and variation ideas.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup cashews (107 grams; not roasted)
- 3 garlic 9 grams; minced, cloves
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (44 grams)
- 1 tablespoon white miso (21 grams)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (25 grams)
- 3/4 cup water (6 oz.)
- 3/4 teaspoon salt 5 g; plus more to taste, fine sea salt
- 1/2 teapoon black pepper ground
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine the cashews, garlic, lemon juice, miso, olive oil, water, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and silky, with no cashew pieces visible.
- Taste and adjust any seasoning to taste. I usually add a 1/4 teaspoon more salt, and sometimes more black pepper, too. Pour into an airtight container and store in the fridge until you're ready to use it. The dressing will thicken slightly when chilled. It will keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Nutrition info is an estimate per roughly 2 tablespoons of dressing.
- Refer to the full recipe source for substitution and variation ideas.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 70 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 70kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 200mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 64mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 6mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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