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Recipe

Mint Cashew Green Sauce

Author: Thomas Pagot
Creamy and flavorful mint sauce made with cashews and a mix of fresh herbs. Great as a dip, pasta salad dressing, enchilada filling, etc.
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Soaking Time : 8 hours
Total Time : 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings 1.5 cup
Calories 145 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1/3 cup fresh mint packed
  • 1/3 cup fresh parsley packed
  • 1/3 cup fresh dill packed
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 shallots
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1/4 tsp ground coriander
  • juice from 1 lime or lemon
  • 1/8 tsp sriracha
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • pepper

Instructions
 

  • Place the cashews in a large bowl and cover with fresh water. Soak overnight, or for at least 8 hours.
  • The next day, drain the cashews and rince them well under cold water.
  • Combine the cashews and all the other ingredients in the bowl of a blender and blend for about 4-5 minutes until the sauce is very smooth and creamy. You can adjust the consistency by using more or less water.
  • Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to taste. The sauce will keep for about 5 days in the refrigerator.

Notes

  • Feel free to add one teaspoon of maple syrup if you want to add a little bit of sweetness.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25 cup | Calories: 145 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.3 g | Protein: 4.4 g | Fat: 10.8 g | Fiber: 1.5 g | Sugar: 1.2 g