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Vegan Sour Cream

Vegan cashew sour cream is a creamy and tangy plant-based alternative to traditional sour cream made from cashews. It can be used in a wide range of vegan recipes to add a rich and tangy flavor to dishes, such as dips, dressings, Mexican-inspired dishes, baked goods, and more.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raw cashews (soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutritional yeast (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them well.
  • Add the cashews, water, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and salt to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy.
  • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Transfer the sour cream to a container and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.