Lime Cashew Crema

There's nothing like a creamy sauce to add a little extra something to any weeknight dinner. Kate's Lime Cashew Cream is quick and easy to make — we're talking 5 minutes or less! Perfect for a lazy taco Tuesday kinda night.

Just gather up four simple ingredients — cashews, limes, water and salt — toss them in the blender and that's it! Your lime cashew crema is ready to be served.

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Pair with your favorite taco, enchilada, or burrito. Also works well as a simple dip for veggies or a dollop on top of your favorite chili. Here are a few recipes that work well with the Lime Cashew Crema:

• Spicy Tempeh Tacos
• The Best Vegan Chili
• Vegan Mexican Lasagna
• Drunken Pinto Beans over Creamy Polenta
• Chipotle Sweet Potato Tostadas

Lime Cashew Crema

• Author: Katie Koteen
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Category: sauces
• Method: blender
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

This lime cashew crema is easy to whip up in just a few minutes and pairs perfectly with our Spicy Tempeh Tacos.

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Ingredients

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• 1 cup raw cashews
• ¼ cup filtered water, plus more to thin
• Juice of 2 limes and the zest from 1 lime
• Salt, to taste

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Instructions

1. To make the lime cashew crema, combine all of the ingredients in a high speed blender and blend for 1 to 2 minutes, until extremely smooth. Add a touch more water to thin as necessary and adjust the lime juice and salt to taste.

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Keywords: easy taco sauce