Description
A creamy and tangy Vegan Caesar Dressing made with raw cashews and a blend of zesty ingredients, perfect for drizzling over romaine or kale salads. This dairy-free, egg-free alternative captures the classic Caesar flavor with a nutritious, plant-based twist, ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
Cashew Base
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3/4 cup water
Flavorings
- 2 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Soak Cashews: Pour hot water over the raw cashews using an electric kettle or similar to soak them for 5 minutes. For best results with a regular blender, soak for several hours or overnight so the cashews become very soft.
- Blend Ingredients: Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender. Add the remaining ingredients, including 3/4 cup fresh water, and blend on high speed until the dressing is very smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Use the dressing immediately by tossing it with chopped romaine or kale, vegan croutons, and optionally vegan Parmesan for an authentic and delicious vegan Caesar salad experience.
Notes
- Soaking time can be extended for a smoother dressing if you do not have a high-powered blender.
- This dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste for desired tanginess and seasoning.
- Vegan Worcestershire sauce can be substituted or omitted if unavailable, but it enhances the umami flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
