Are you looking for a vegan alternative to traditional Caesar dressing? Look no further than this unbelievably delicious vegan Caesar dressing recipe from AddM3. Creamy, tangy and full of umami flavors, this dressing is hearty enough to satisfy even the most discerning carnivores.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup raw cashews
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 3/4 tsp sea salt
- Generous amount of freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small date (optional), pitted and soaked in hot water for a few minutes before blending
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- A splash or two of water
Directions:
- Soak the raw cashews in boiling hot water for at least an hour or overnight.
- Drain and rinse the cashews thoroughly.
- In a blender, add all ingredients except for olive oil and blend until smooth.
- Slowly pour in olive oil while blending until fully incorporated.
- If consistency is too thick, add some splashes of water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Cooking time and temperature guidelines:
N/A as this is not a cooked recipe.
My Pro-tips:
- For added depth of flavor, try roasting the garlic cloves before mincing them.
- You can also substitute pine nuts or macadamia nuts if you don’t have access to raw cashews.
Seasoning Options:
Feel free to adjust seasonings according to your taste preference. Add more salt if needed or some nutritional yeast flakes for a cheesy flavor.
Recommended Tools To Make This Recipe:
A high-quality blender such as Vitamix or Blendtec will make blending easier and yield smoother results.
To sum up:
This vegan Caesar dressing recipe from AddM3 is a must-try for anyone looking for a tasty and healthy alternative to traditional Caesar dressing. The rich and creamy texture, tangy flavor, and plant-based ingredients make it a crowd-pleaser that will appeal to vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters alike.
FAQs
Sure! Here are three popular FAQs with answers regarding the Unbelievably Delicious Vegan Caesar Dressing Recipe from AddM3:
What makes this recipe vegan?
The traditional Caesar dressing contains anchovies and egg yolks, which are not vegan-friendly ingredients. In this recipe, those ingredients are replaced with a combination of raw cashews, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers, garlic cloves, miso paste and other seasonings to make a creamy and flavorful dressing without any animal products.
Can I use another type of nut instead of cashews?
Yes. If you have an allergy or intolerance to cashews or prefer another type of nut for taste preference reasons such as almonds or macadamia nuts can be used instead in the same measurements as listed in the recipe.
How long does the dressing last after it is made?
This dressing will keep well when refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.To maximize freshness it’s recommended being stored at room temperature prior to using it on salads (it will thicken up when chilled). However if possible plan ahead so that you can reheat before pouring over your salad.Serve at room temperature within 1–2 hours of reheating due to changes in texture that occur during heating process.For best practice store leftovers separately from greens by keeping separate until ready to serve.This prevent soggy greens if not serving immediately upon preparation,simply drizzle onto your salaads when ready-to-serve.
I hope these FAQs and answers help clarify some common questions people may have about this delicious Vegan Caesar Dressing Recipe!
