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Cilantro Cashew Cream

Prep

5 minutes

Yield

1 large jar- 15 servings

My cilantro cashew cream recipe is one of my go-to spreads to make. Nutty, fresh, and creamy? Not to mention how you can whip up in only five minutes. This dip is so easy and perfect for fresh veggies or to put out as a snack or appetizer.

Cashews are one of my favorite nuts – packed with healthy fats and when blended they create a deliciously smooth texture. Mix them with fresh ingredients like lemons, cilantro and garlic and voila – this cashew cream is the perfect dip to have in the fridge.

Why You Will Love This Cashew Cream

Easy – Five minutes is all it takes to make this delicious cashew cream. It doesn’t get easier than that!
Versatile – You can literally add this cilantro cashew cream to anything! Enjoy this on top of your nachos or tacos or use it as a dip for fresh veggies.
Flavorful – This cashew cream is packed with delicious ingredients like garlic, cilantro, lemon, and cashews that all blend together perfectly.

Ingredient Notes

Cilantro: Rich in immune-boosting antioxidants and important vitamins – cilantro has a distinct flavor profile which is why it is a go-to herb for many dishes.

Cashews: Satisfying as a snack, added as a topping in dishes like salads, or in used sauces, cashews are known around the world for their rich flavor.

How to Make This Cashew Cream

Soak your cashews in advance in cold water for 2 – 4 hours.
Into a high-speed blender, add all of the ingredients.
Blend until smooth and completely creamy.
Add more water if needed to make sure your blender actually blends.
Serve with pasta, orzo, tortilla chips, or prepared fresh veggies! TASTY!

If you’re sensitive to cashews, use an alternate nut or seed, like sunflower seeds or almonds!

Add any of your favourite spices, herbs, or even use flavoured olive oil.

This is so DELICIOUS- you can literally add it to anything! Even enjoy this on top of your nachos OR tacos.

Store the cilantro cream in the fridge for 5 – 6 days in a large airtight jar.

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Cilantro Cashew Cream

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1 ½ cups cashews soaked
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh cilantro
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. garlic powder OR 2-3 large cloves
2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
1 tsp. cracked pepper
Juice of 1 ½ limes small
½ cup cold water

Instructions

Soak your cashews in advance in cold water for 2 – 4 hours.
Into a high-speed blender, add all of the ingredients.
Blend until smooth and completely creamy.
Add more water if needed to make sure your blender actually blends.
Serve with pasta, orzo, tortilla chips, or prepared fresh veggies! TASTY!

Notes

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Cilantro Cashew Cream

Ingredients

1 ½ cups cashews soaked
2 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
1 cup fresh cilantro
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. garlic powder OR 2-3 large cloves
2 tbsp. nutritional yeast
1 tsp. cracked pepper
Juice of 1 ½ limes small
½ cup cold water