Description
This Roasted Red Pepper Cashew Dip is a creamy, flavorful, and versatile vegan dip. Made with cashews and roasted red peppers, it’s perfect 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
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup water (or more for desired consistency)
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften them.
- 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.
- 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 your desired consistency.
- 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: Roasted Red Pepper Cashew Dip, Vegan Dip, Cashew Dip, Appetizer, Spread, Creamy Dip, Nutty Dip, Healthy Dip, Plant-Based Dip, Easy Dip