Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

unsalted raw cashews

soaked

1 unit

avocado

diced

0.25 cup

lime juice

0.5 tsp

Italian seasoning

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

0.25 tsp

sea salt

Step 1
~4 min

Soak cashews in a bowl of water for 8 hours or overnight to soften.

Step 2
~4 min

Drain the soaked cashews.

Step 3
~4 min

Combine the soaked cashews, diced avocado, lime juice, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and sea salt in a blender.

Step 4
~4 min

Blend the ingredients until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.

Step 5
~4 min

Continue blending for 10 to 15 minutes until the mixture reaches the desired consistency.

Key Technique: Blending
Step 6
~4 min

Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of garlic powder to your taste.

For a spicier spread, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium (Garlic)
Noise Level
Medium (Blender)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, vegetables, or bread.

Use as a spread on sandwiches or wraps.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crudités
Crackers
Toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Global

Cultural Significance

Vegan alternative to traditional cream cheese.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

party
snack
appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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