IRRESISTABLE RANCH DRESSING

SERVES 1 3/4 CUPS (420G)

1 cup (140 g) raw cashews, soaked in warm water for 30 minutes

2/3 cup (160 ml) unsweetened soy- free non-dairy milk

1/4 cup (60 ml) water

2 tbsp. (28 ml) white vinegar

1 tbsp. (15 ml) lemon juice

1 3/4 tsp. onion powder

1 1/4 tsp. salt, or to taste

1 tsp. garlic powder

1 tsp. dried parsley

1/4 tsp. agave nectar

1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1/8 tsp. dried dill

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 452kcal
Fat: 32.5g (6.3g S.Fat)
Carbs: 35.3g
Protein: 11.1g
Sugar: 11.6g
Sodium: 1500mg

METHOD

Drain and rinse the cashews before combining them with the remaining ingredients in a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add more water because it will thicken further in the refrigerator.

Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks after transferring to an airtight container.

AVOCADO RANCH DRESSING

SERVES 1 3/4 CUPS

1 avocado, pitted and peeled

1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (nut-free and/or soy-free if necessary)

2 tbsp. lemon juice

1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar

1 tsp. agave syrup

1/2 tsp. garlic powder

1/2 tsp. onion powder

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. celery seed

1/4 tsp. dried dill

NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories: 288kcal
Fat: 21.1g (4.3g S.Fat)
Carbs: 24.7g
Protein: 2.8g
Sugar: 6.3g
Sodium: 644mg

METHOD

Combine all the ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. If you want a thinner dressing, add more non-dairy milk until it reaches the desired consistency. Keep the dressing refrigerated until ready to use. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.