Creamy Balsamic Dressing

4.91 from 10 votes

I love healthy salad dressing, and creamy balsamic dressing is my favorite way to dress a salad. And creamy balsamic dressing takes minutes to make! So, if you are looking for the best creamy balsamic dressing, give this recipe a try!

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Course: Sauces, Dips & Dressings

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 47kcal

Author: Kathy Carmichael

Ingredients

½ cup raw cashews, soaked overnight Substitute sunflower seeds, silken tofu or white beans for a nut-free option. If using tofu or beans, reduce water by ½ amount.
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
3 Tablespoons Dijon mustard
½ cup water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup Optional for a sweeter dressing

Instructions

Soak cashews overnight if you don't have a quality, high-speed blender. Or, for a quick way to soften the cashews, boil for 10 minutes.
Drain the cashews and add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Blend until smooth.
Transfer dressing to a ball jar or dressing container with a top.
Refrigerate until chilled.
For a thinner dressing, add an additional ¼ cup of water.
If using as a dip, reduce the water by ¼ cup.

Notes

Use organic raw cashews when possible.
Soak cashews overnight, or for a quick shortcut, boil cashews for 10 minutes, drain, and then add other ingredients.
Use dark balsamic vinegar, but white balsamic vinegar works if you don't have dark vinegar.
Adding maple syrup to the dressing gives it a sweeter flavor profile.
For a deeper flavor, add 1 clove of roasted garlic or raw garlic.
To use as a dip, reduce the water by ¼ cup in the recipe.
If you desire a thinner dressing, add ¼ cup of water to the recipe.

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