Description
This vibrant Vegan Pink Sauce Ranch Dressing is a creamy, flavorful, and colorful addition to brighten up salads, bowls, and snacks. Made with soaked raw cashews, dragon fruit, fresh herbs, and a blend of tangy and savory seasonings, this dairy-free dressing is easy to prepare and perfect for adding a pop of pink to your meals while keeping them healthy and plant-based.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews (Soaked for 30 minutes)
- 1 cup Unsweetened plant milk (Almond or oat milk recommended)
- â…” cup Dragon fruit (Red-fleshed variety recommended)
Flavorings and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons White vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup (Optional, adjust based on sweetness)
- 1 clove Garlic (Pre-chopped for convenience)
- ½ teaspoon Salt (Adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon Chili powder (Adjust to spice preference)
- ½ teaspoon Onion powder
Fresh Herbs
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (Chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Chives (Chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Parsley (Chopped)
Instructions
- Soak Cashews: Soak the raw cashews in hot water for about 30 minutes to soften them and create a creamy base for the dressing.
- Prepare Dragon Fruit: Cut the dragon fruit in half and scoop out enough flesh to measure approximately â…” cup, using the red-fleshed variety for best color and flavor.
- Blend Ingredients: Combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened plant milk, dragon fruit flesh, white vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, chili powder, and onion powder in a blender. Blend until the mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Add the chopped fresh dill, chives, and parsley to the blender. Use the pulse setting to gently mix the herbs into the dressing without fully blending, to preserve their texture and flavor.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and adjust the flavors by adding maple syrup for sweetness or more spices as desired to suit your preference.
- Store and Serve: Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate. It can be stored for up to 5 days and enjoyed chilled on salads, as a dip, or a sauce topping.
Notes
- Soaking the cashews is essential for a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use red-fleshed dragon fruit for the best vibrant pink color.
- Maple syrup is optional and can be adjusted or omitted based on your sweetness preference.
- Fresh herbs add brightness but can be substituted with dried herbs if necessary.
- Store the dressing in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 5 days for optimal freshness.
