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Vegan Cashew Crema Recipe

A creamy, vegan alternative to traditional crema, made with cashews.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 150 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1 clove garlic optional

Instructions 

  1. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews.
  2. In a blender, combine the cashews, water, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, salt, and garlic (if using).
  3. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  5. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Cashew, Crema, Vegan
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