Today's recipe for homemade vegan ranch dressing is a sure hit for Vegans all over the world! A simple, delicious and oil-free vegan ranch recipe for enjoying your favorite salads, sandwiches, burgers or even vegan buffalo wings. Not just that, my kids have also tried it with carrots, celery and steamed broccoli and the vegan ranch stood up to the test!
It is amazing how simple ingredients such as cashews, silken tofu and a handful of herbs can taste as good as or even better than the non-vegan variety. It is yet another example of how our food does not need any animal products to make them tasty or convenient. This vegan ranch is easy to prepare with very minimal prep time involved and long shelf life without adding any harsh chemicals.
Tips and Notes
You can prepare your own variations with subtle changes in the ingredients. For example, you can add fresh herbs like dry dill leaves and go lighter on the garlic and vice versa. I prepared this vegan ranch with cashews soaked overnight, 8 oz silken tofu, and dried dill leaves. You could also add minced onion instead of onion powder. If you forget to soak the cashews overnight, be sure to soak them in warm water for at least 4 hours.
If you are allergic to nuts then skip the cashew part and just use the silken tofu to prepare the recipe. Apart from soaking the cashews, there is no other prep work involved with this recipe.
How long can we store vegan ranch dressing?
The homemade vegan ranch can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks. However, before you start your recipe, please be sure to check the expiry date on silken tofu.
How can we use this ranch dressing?
Ranch dressing comes in handy for all kinds of salads and has taken the place of the vinaigrette dressing in my refrigerator now. However, salad is just the beginning.! Ranch dressing pairs well as a vegetable dip as well as a dip for chips! Ever since I prepared this recipe, we are so obsessed with it. You have got to try it and share your thoughts about what your favorite pairing is!
Is vegan ranch dressing healthy?
Absolutely! With just cashews, tofu and herbs there is hardly any preservatives or chemicals that is usually added in the store-bought varieties. Being dairy-free is one other aspect that makes it free of cholesterol!
Can we prepare a soy-free version?
The answer is yes! If you are allergic to tofu, you can prepare the recipe with just soaked cashews. But keep in mind that you have to increase the number of soaked cashews for this variation.
You can also check my vegan butter recipe and cashew and almond cream recipe in my blog.
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Here are the recipe details.
📖 Recipe
Homemade Vegan Ranch Dressing
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Ingredients
- ½ cup soaked cashews
- 8 oz silken Tofu
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 2 garlic Cloves
- ½ teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt
- 1 tablespoon Chives
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- ¼ cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Put all the ingredients above, in the blender except chives.
- Blend them into a smooth consistency and add salt and chopped chives.
- Store it in a refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before using it.
Notes
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Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
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Jeannette (Jay Joy) says
WHere was this recipe the last year of my life?! This homemade vegan ranch dressing looks amazing! my co-worker just left the office to a new adventure. She was vegan and I loved trying to make things for her.
Natalie says
Wow this sounds so delicious. I think I never tried vegan ranch dressing before. But now I definitely need to give it a go. Love how easy this is to make. I saved the recipe.
Beth Bailey says
Sounds delicious! I have all the ingredients on hand (even though only dried chives) so will try maybe tomorrow. One question: is it 1/4 CUP almond milk? Thank you.
Uma Raghupathi says
Yes, Beth! cup word is missing. thank you for letting me know that.Hope you will like this as much as we do.
Beth Bailey says
Thanks for the information, Uma. Looking forward to trying this!
Denay DeGuzman says
This vegan ranch dressing looks so creamy and delicious! Perfect for drizzling on salads and veggies, and as a dipping sauce for appetizers. Thank you so much for sharing this yummy recipe!
Uma Raghupathi says
Thank you, Denay! Hope you will try this soon.
Jagruti Dhanecha says
I am yet to prepare vegan ranch at home, all the ingredients are healthy and nutritious.
Bee says
I love ranch dressing and this one looks outstanding!
Mahy Elamin says
WOW! Best ranch recipe ever! I’ve never been a big fan of ranch but this recipe has made a fan outta me! Thank you!!