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Trader Joe's Spicy Cashew Butter Dressing Copycat Recipe

For when you can't make a trip to Trader Joe's, here's how to make their addictive, creamy, delicious and plant-based Spicy Cashew Butter Dressing at home.
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Course: Dressing
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Keyword: cashew, dressing, salad dressing, spicy
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup raw cashews
  • Juice from 1 lime
  • 1 tbsp grated ginger
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp sambal oelek or sriracha
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 2/3 cup boiling water

Instructions

  • Either on the stove in in the microwave, bring your water to a boil. In the microwave this should take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Toss the rest of the ingredients in a small blender.
  • Pour the boiling water over the ingredients and let it sit for 2-5 minutes or until the water has cooled to about room temperature.
  • Blend the mixture until smooth.
  • Adjust the sweetness and salt to taste using maple syrup and soy sauce, and use whenever!
  • Store in an air-tight container or jar in the fridge. This dressing will last for 7-10 days.