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Delicious Cashew Cheese with Fresh Herbs

This cashew cheese recipe makes a delicious dip or spread for a variety of savory foods. You can use it to dip veggies, apples, or crackers. Or as a cream cheese substitute on toast or sandwiches. It also is a great addition to Mexican food such as tacos or enchiladas. Get creative and this cheese can be used as a dairy substitute in a variety of dishes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Keyword: Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked for 2 hours or overnight
  • 1 small lemon worth of juice fresh-squeezed is best
  • 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2-3 TBL nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt or Himalayan salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs (2 tsps chives, dill, or basil, or any combination of herbs that you like) plus fresh herbs to garnish

Instructions

  • Rinse and drain soaked cashews
  • Add the cashews to a blender with all the other ingredients and blend until smooth
  • Remove from the blender with a silicone spatula
  • Garnish with fresh ground black pepper and fresh herbs and serve with fresh fruit, veggies, or crackers.

Notes

If you want a smooth consistency, a high-speed blender works best. If you don't have a high-speed blender, be sure to mince the garlic and finely chop the herbs.
You can substitute dried herbs in this recipe if needed or desired.
This dip is great as a cream cheese or sour cream replacement and is good with eggs, tacos, enchiladas, sandwiches, toast, and a variety of other savory dishes.