Vegan Fruit Dip
Whether you want a healthy vegan fruit dip for everyday snacking, a dairy-free fruit dip for special occasions, or just a naturally sweet healthy dessert, this recipe is one of my personal favorites.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked for 30 minutes
- ½ cup + 3 tablespoons water
- ¼ cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- 2 Medjool dates pitted
- ½ tablespoon maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon almond extract optional
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Soak cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. Drain and rinse.
- Add cashews, water, lemon juice, dates, maple syrup, vanilla, almond extract, and salt to a high-speed blender.
- Blend until completely smooth, scraping down sides as needed. Taste and adjust the sweetness or tanginess to your liking. Serve immediately with fresh fruit, or chill for 20–30 minutes to thicken. Enjoy!
Notes
- Add a splash more lemon for brightness or a drizzle of maple syrup if you want it sweeter.
- Serving Ideas: Perfect for snack boards, fruit platters, school snacks, or even a fruit charcuterie board (I often serve it alongside my veggie hummus platter).
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 2mg
