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Avocado Crema (Vegan, Gluten-Free)


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  • Author: The Plant-Powered Dietitian
  • Total Time: 5 minutes (plus 30 minutes for soaking cashews)
  • Yield: 6 servings (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each) 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

You can make the silkiest, fluffiest, tastiest 100% plant-based (vegan) avocado crema with just 6 ingredients: cashews, lemon juice, garlic, white pepper, avocado, and plant-based milk. Soak the cashews for about 30 minutes, then puree them with all of the ingredients in a blender, and in minutes you have a fabulous dip!


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water*
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 small avocado
  • 4-6 tablespoons plant-based milk, plain, unsweetened
  • Salt (as desired, optional)


Instructions

  1. Soak the cashews for 30 minutes in water.
  2. Drain off water and add cashews, along with lemon juice, garlic, white pepper, and avocado to a blender container. Add 4 tablespoons plant-based milk and process until smooth. May add additional plant-based milk if needed to make a smooth, creamy texture. If desired, season with a pinch of salt (optional).
  3. Serve immediately with tacos, sandwiches, chips, lentil patties, salads, grain bowls, and veggie balls.
  4. Makes 6 servings (about 1 1/2 tablespoons each)
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Dip
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 116
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 7 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 7 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 3 g