Creamy Dressing for Dips and Salads (Dairy, Egg, Gluten and Sugar Free)

One thing that can be hard to replace when going dairy free is a good "creamy" dressing or dip.  We love it as a dip and as a dressing.  It is made with cashews so those with nut allergies be warned but perhaps you could use a mayonnaise or vegenaise.  Simply add more liquid to make it more of a salad dressing.

Ingredients (makes approximately 1 cup)

• 1 cup soaked raw cashews in 1/2 cup water for 1 hour
• 1/2 fresh lemon or lime juice
• 1 clove garlic 
• 2 tablespoons chopped onion
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• black pepper to taste
• 1 1/2 teaspoon dried dill or use 1/2 tablespoon fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley or use 1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried basil or use 1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley
• extra water or unsweetened almond milk to create desired consistency

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients and blend until smooth.  Adjust liquid according to desired consistency.
2. Place in a sealed container.  Will last at least a week in the fridge.