Description
This Roasted Red Pepper Cashew Dip is creamy, flavorful, and versatile. Made with cashews and roasted red peppers, it’s the perfect vegan dip for chips, veggie sticks, or as a spread for sandwiches. It’s smooth, tangy, and packed with flavor, ideal for any occasion or meal prep. The perfect party appetizer for all diets.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in water for at least 4 hours or overnight
- 2 medium roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (for cheesy flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (for a smoky flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional, for added depth)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup water (or more for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Soak the Cashews: Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften them.
- Roast the Red Peppers: If using fresh peppers, roast them under the broiler or on a grill until the skin is charred. Peel off the skin and remove the seeds.
- Blend the Dip: Drain the soaked cashews and blend them with roasted red peppers, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Gradually add water to achieve desired consistency.
- Serve Fresh: Transfer to a bowl, garnish with fresh herbs or paprika, and serve with veggie sticks, chips, or as a spread.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- If you prefer a thicker dip, reduce the water or add more cashews.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seeds or tahini instead of cashews.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Vegan, Dip
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan Dip, Roasted Red Pepper Cashew Dip, Cashew Dip, Avocado Dip, Vegan Party Dip, Healthy Vegan Dips