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Dairy Free Ranch Dressing is rich and creamy and simple to make.  So fun and creative then use it on tacos, appetizers, salads, as a dip and so much more.

Dairy Free Ranch Dressing in a short fat glass jar siting on a forest green mat in front of a bog pitcher of more dressing.

Whether it is the beginning of a new year or hovering around the holidays I am always trying to be my best self.  One of the ways I can do this is by improving the way I eat.  Do you know you can have a plant based ranch dressing with just a speck of the fats as the original?  It’s true!

I have mentioned before that we get a lot of family visiting throughout the year. Something that I have missed having on hand is ranch dressing. Ed doesn’t use it and I am vegan so those are good reasons why it doesn’t show up in our refrigerator.

I remember, way back when, that I use to really like ranch dressing and for some reason it seems to have become a favorite for the whole world. At least in my little world.

Since I have become so adventurous this year with homemade condiments such as my Homemade Almond Mayonnaise I thought why not tackle ranch dressing.

 

What Are Some Ways To Use Ranch Dressing?

  • Spread it on pizza crust or flatbread for a pizza.
  • As a dip for roasted Brussels sprouts.
  • In a southwest style lettuce wrap.
  • Drizzled over roasted red potatoes.
  • As a dip for buffalo cauliflower bites.
  • In a baked rice casserole.
  • Mixed into your favorite hummus.
  • Tossed in a bowtie pasta salad.
  • Tossed with pumpkin seeds and spices to roast for a snack.
  • Add a dollop and mix into mashed potatoes.

 

It was fun trying to figure out the seasonings for ranch dressing.  I figured there was dill and probably a vinegar but the other seasonings were a hit and miss.  Even when I missed they weren’t too bad.

Finally a perfect mix and the subtle flavor of apple cider vinegar really makes this ranch dressing a favorite

It is easy and delicious.  I hope you will give it a try.

 

Dairy Free Ranch Dressing is pour over a plate of green lettuce that is sprinkled with red onions and bell peppers.
 

 

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Dairy Free Ranch Dressing - rich and creamy and simple to make from scratch.
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Dairy Free Ranch Dressing

Dairy Free Ranch Dressing is rich and creamy and simple to make.

Course Sauces, Dressings, Condiments
Recipe Type Salad Dressing
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 16 Ounces
Calories 56 kcal
Author Ginny McMeans

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cashews , soaked in water for at least 4 hours
  • 3/4 cup dairy-free milk - I used Almondmilk Light unsweetened
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Drain and put the soaked cashews in a food processor. Add all of the remaining ingredients. Process until smooth.

  2. Add more dairy-free milk, if needed, to get the consistency of dressing.

  3. The flavors will meld after resting in the refrigerator.for a couple of hours but you can still use it immediately.
  4. Pour into container and store in refrigerator.

Recipe Notes

This will keep in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.

 

 

Nutrition Facts
Dairy Free Ranch Dressing
Amount Per Serving (2 Ounces)
Calories 56 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g 5%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Potassium 68mg 2%
Total Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Sugars 2g
Protein 1g 2%
Vitamin A 2.6%
Vitamin C 1.3%
Calcium 2.3%
Iron 3.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Dairy Free Ranch Dressing fills a short fat gladd jar and is sitting in front of Silk Almondmilk and a big pitcher of more dressing.
 

Silk has many varieties of Almondmilk and this time I wanted to try their Almondmilk Light.  My thought process was that I should use it in all of my recipes that call for a non-sweetened dairy free milk if it is going to be less in calories and still add the minerals and key vitamins that I need.  Win-win in my book.

I gotta say it is delicious and I feel great about working towards making myself stronger and happier.

 

Dairy Free Ranch Dressingfills a clear glass jar and is next to salad greens and a big pitcher of more ranch dressing.
 

This conversation is sponsored by Silk. The opinions and text are all mine.

 

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Comments

  6. I love making my own salad dressings and while I don’t have any problems with dairy, I LOVE that this is made with cashews!

  7. My pleasure! I should have said that I found it sweet, not that it is, because we all have different tastes. I’m adding some lemon juice to balance it out so we’ll see what happens when it’s sat for a bit. The other ones I’ve made were so bland lol

  9. This dressing is a tad on the sweet side. I used Agave nectar instead of maple syrup because I didn’t want maple to over power the overall flavour. Maybe about 1/2 Tbs instead of 1 Tbs would be perfect! Great recipe!!

  14. Hi Sheila, I have not done this but I think it will work great. Substitute almonds for the cashews. Do exactly what the recipe calls for, including soaking the almonds, and I think it will be great. I want to try this too!

  15. Any suggestions for avoiding the cashews? I have to EXTREMELY limit nuts (low-oxalate diet for kidney stones) and cashews are the one nut my son tested allergic for.
    I may have to tinker with the seasonings on fries and things at least. Maybe plain coconut milk yogurt as the base? (Hubs LOVES ranch, and I love the seasonings, but can’t find a non-dairy compromise that doesn’t sit squarely in a different allergy.)

  23. Like Ranch Dressing. Am delighted to see this Vegan one which I shall be making for my daughter and as it is low in calories I shall have some for me as well. Thank you.

  26. Oh, I love that you posted a recipe for dairy free ranch dressing. My kids have never had ranch dressing and it is just so fun for dipping so finally. Yay – thank you!

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