Cashew Sour Cream
Use this vegan alternative to sour cream to top off your favorite meals, from tacos, to soups, and more!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (125 g) cashews, raw or roasted
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) water
- ½ lemon, peeled
- 1 garlic clove, peeled
- ½ (10 g) shallot, peeled
- ½ teaspoon sea salt, optional
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 30 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- Try doubling the amount of water in this recipe to create a tangy sour cream sauce, a great condiment for vegetable tacos or as a garnish for soup.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250 g) cashews, raw or roasted
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) water
- 1 lemon, peeled
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 small (20 g) shallot, peeled
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, optional
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure the lid.
- Start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 30 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
Chef's Notes
- Try doubling the amount of water in this recipe to create a tangy sour cream sauce, a great condiment for vegetable tacos or as a garnish for soup.