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Vegan Caesar Dressing

This vegan Caesar dressing is creamy, tangy, and packed with bold, savory flavor—without any dairy, eggs, or anchovies. Made with simple plant-based ingredients like cashews, lemon juice, garlic, and nutritional yeast, it delivers the classic Caesar taste in a healthier, easy-to-make version. Perfect for salads, wraps, bowls, and dipping!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dressing, Sauce
Cuisine: American, Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup raw cashews soaked 10–15 minutes
  • ¼ cup water plus more as needed
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 –2 garlic cloves
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil optional for extra richness
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • High-speed blender or food processor
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small bowl (for soaking cashews, optional)
  • Airtight storage container

Method
 

Soak the cashews
  1. Place cashews in hot water for 10–15 minutes to soften, then drain.
Add ingredients to blender
  1. Combine soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil (if using), salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth
  1. Blend for 1–2 minutes until the dressing is completely creamy and smooth.
Adjust consistency and flavor
  1. Add more water (1 tablespoon at a time) if needed. Taste and adjust lemon, salt, or garlic.
Let it rest
  1. Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 60gCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 280mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

  • For oil-free version: Skip olive oil and add a bit more water or lemon juice
  • For nut-free option: Replace cashews with sunflower seeds or use tahini
  • Storage: Keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days
  • Consistency tip: Dressing thickens when chilled—just stir and add water if needed

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