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January 28, 2020

Cashew Sour Cream

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This Cashew Sour Cream is a healthy Whole30 and paleo-friendly alternative to traditional sour cream. Just blend up some raw cashews with a few other ingredients to make a smooth, creamy and tart sauce!

You will want to put Cashew Sour Cream on everything.

I try not to complain too much about Whole30 food because I think you can make some pretty tasty stuff, BUT there is one thing that I miss majorly during Whole30. I miss the creamy texture of dairy. Luckily, when you soak and blend cashews, you can make a delicious replacement!

This paleo sour cream recipe is one that I have been making in my kitchen for a long time. It is the perfect addition to many meals like my Sweet Potato Paleo Chili or some Barbacoa Beef nachos!

What kitchen tools will I need to make this Whole30 friendly sour cream?

  • Mixing bowls for soaking cashews
  • Liquid measuring cup
  • Measuring spoons
  • High speed blender
  • Wide mouth mason jar for storage
  • Covered silicone ice cube tray for freezing

What ingredients will I need to make creamy dairy-free sauce?

Just grab these 4 simple ingredients to make some plant-based sour cream!

  • Raw cashews
  • Water
  • Lime juice
  • Salt

Let’s make some Cashew Sour Cream!

Step 1: Soak the Cashews

First, take your raw cashews and put them in a mixing bowl. Then, cover the cashews completely with water for at least 6 hours or overnight. If soaking overnight, cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator.

Step 2: Drain, Rinse, and Add Other Ingredients

Next, drain and rinse the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender. Add the water, lime juice, and salt to the blender.

Step 3: Blend, Blend, Blend

Next, blend the ingredients on high until a smooth sour cream remains! You may need to stop the blender and scrape the nuts down the sides a few times in between blending.

Step 4: Enjoy!

How long will this paleo sour cream keep in the fridge?

Please keep this sour cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. You can also freeze this recipe!

Can I freeze this recipe?

YES! I am so excited to share that I froze and thawed this recipe and it was just as tasty as it was fresh. I recommend freezing it in something like a covered silicone ice cube tray so that you can easily pop it out to thaw in the fridge. Just give it a quick mix once it has thawed to return to original consistency.

You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram!

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Cashew Sour Cream

★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
  • Author: Madeline
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: Blend
  • Cuisine: American
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This Cashew Sour Cream is a healthy Whole30 and paleo-friendly alternative to traditional sour cream. 

 


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Ingredients

  • 2 cups raw cashews
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Soak cashews in water at least 6 hours prior to cooking, preferably overnight
  2. Drain and risne cashews and add to a high speed blender
  3. Add water, lime juice, and salt to the blender with the cashews 
  4. Blend on high until a smooth mixture remains. You may need to stop blending and scrape the nuts down the walls of the blender periodically

Keywords: whole30, plant based, dairy free

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Recipes, Sauces, Dips, and Dressings, Whole30

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  1. Shabibi says

    January 28, 2020 at 8:48 pm

    I will be making this. What is a substitute for lime juice?

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    • Madeline says

      January 29, 2020 at 11:36 am

      Hi! You could use lemon juice or just water and then it wont be sour cream, but still a tasty creamy sauce

      Reply
  2. Michele says

    February 4, 2020 at 7:17 pm

    Thanks for another great recipe. I only soaked one cup of cashews so I made a half batch. Drizzled on my verde chicken last night, over salad for dinner tonight and… I made mashed potatoes with it from the leftovers from my potatoes skins. (Super Bowl!) thanks for making my Whole30 journey more tasty!!!!

    ★★★★★

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    • Madeline says

      February 5, 2020 at 8:13 am

      YUM love it as an addition to those meals!! Thank you for your awesome reviews always 🙂

      Reply
  3. Mallory Einfalt says

    February 5, 2020 at 5:39 pm

    So good!! The lime juice adds a nice flavor.Now I have to try it in the taco dip! Thanks for the recipe.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      February 9, 2020 at 5:02 pm

      ah yay! so glad you enjoyed! Definitely try the taco dip 🙂

      Reply
  4. Marita says

    February 11, 2020 at 7:57 pm

    Just made this – I loved it!! Had it on a taco salad bowl – it was amazing!!

    Reply
    • Madeline says

      February 11, 2020 at 9:42 pm

      oh yes! That sounds awesome! So glad you enjoyed!

      Reply

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