Spicy Cashew Dressing Recipe

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A spoonful of Spicy Cashew Dressing from a white bowl.

5 from 6 votes

Spicy Cashew Dressing Recipe

You won't be able to tell the difference between this Spicy Cashew Dressing and the original from Sweetgreen. This easy and creamy dressing adds so much flavor and comes together in 5 minutes or less.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Salad

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: London Brazil

Ingredients

¾ cup cashews roasted and salted
¼ cup cilantro loosely packed
1 Tbsp. lime juice
1 ½ Tbsp. soy sauce or Tamari
1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
½ tsp. ginger minced or paste
1 garlic clove finely minced
½ - 1 tsp. Sriracha sauce depending on desired spice level
¼ cup oil avocado or olive
3-4 Tbsp. water depending on desired consistency
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Add all ingredients except for the water to a 3-4 cup food processor. Pulse a couple of times to begin breaking down the cashews and then blend for 1-2 minutes, or until combined. It’s ok if the cashews are not completely broken down and there are still some small chunks visible.
Pour in the water one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition, until your desired consistency is reached.

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Notes

One serving is roughly 2 tablespoons of dressing.
This sauce will thicken up after being stored in the refrigerator. Simply add additional water, a teaspoon at a time, to bring it back to your desired consistency.

Meal Prep and Storage

How to prep ahead of time: You can make the entire dressing a couple of days early, just keep it in the fridge.

How to store: If you don't use all of the cashew dressing, you can save leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 to 6 days.

How to freeze: Freezing is not recommended as the dressing will separate and the texture will change upon thawing.

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