Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing
A creamy and tangy vegan blue cheese dressing made with cashews and tofu, perfect for salads or as a dip. This healthy, plant-based alternative retains the classic blue cheese flavor with a probiotic twist.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: American
- Course: Condiment
- Servings: 8
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Tags: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Probiotic, Healthy
Nutritional Values
This dressing is a nutritious alternative to traditional blue cheese, using cashews and tofu for creaminess and probiotics for gut health. It's high in healthy fats and free from cholesterol.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 4 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | 150 mg | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | -- | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 1 g | -- |
| Protein | 2 g | -- |
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups raw cashews, 3/4 cup water, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon), 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon dried dill, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 block firm tofu
Instructions
Blend cashews, water, vinegar, lemon juice, onion powder, dill, salt, and tofu until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed. Let sit for flavors to meld before serving.
Internal Recipes
- Roast Mushroom Gnocchi (Health Score: 70)
External Recipes
- Fermented Cashew Blue Cheese (Health Score: 70)
Allergens
Tree Nuts (Cashews), Soy
HealthScore: 75
This dressing is rich in healthy fats from cashews and includes probiotics from fermentation, enhancing gut health. It's a low-calorie, nutrient-dense option.