What’s truly remarkable about this dressing and dip is how it captures that cheesy Parmesan umami flavour without a trace of cheese. The secret to this culinary magic lies in the magical pairing of nutritional yeast and cashews, creating a Parmesan-like taste. This sauce is a versatile staple you’ll want to keep in your fridge, ready to elevate a wide range of dishes. You can easily store this in the refrigerator for a few days, although its taste will lose its freshness and vivid colour over time, so fresh is always best.
Prep Time – 10 minutes
Serves 4
INGREDIENTS
- 30 g spinach
- 30 g fresh basil (a handful)
- 10 g chives (about 30)
- 30 g cashews (a handful)
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 Tbsp. vegan mayonnaise
- 1 Tbsp. nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp. capers
- 1 lime
- ½ garlic clove, finely chopped
- Salt & pepper
DIRECTIONS
- Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
- Serve with salads, or as a spread or dip.
Nutrition facts per serving
Calories 146; protein 3 g; fat 13 g; carbs 6 g
Photography by Marie Breton
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