Out of the four seasons, summer falls third on the list for me. Where I live in the DC-area, summer is hot and sticky. After 8am, if you’re outdoors for more than just a few minutes you begin to wonder why you ventured outdoors at all. While I do like to swim, I’m not a huge fan of the beach (I prefer a nice lake or pool). And, as someone with very light white skin, I burn so easily (with a burn that fades back to nearly the same skin tone I started with).
However, even with all of the things I don’t like about summer, there are some things I do like. As someone who loves food, the flavors of summer are absolutely enticing – berries, citrus fruits, coconut, mango, cucumber, tomato, and more! One of my favorite summer flavor: strawberry, which is what inspired this dip.
This dip has a strong strawberry flavor while being subtly sweet. This great combination pairs well with both salty and sweet dippers: pretzel crisps, cookies, strawberries, and even other fruit. It’s smooth and creamy and the cold is perfect on a hot summer day.
It’s also incredibly easy to make: boil some cashews and then blend the ingredients together! Allow the dip to sit in the fridge for a few hours to cool and then serve. The cashews pack a protein punch and the strawberries supply the fruit. With just one tablespoon of added maple syrup for sweetness, this dip is a healthier alternative to other frosting-based sweet dips. It’s also gluten-free!
I would love the hear how this dip turns out for you and what you decide to dip in it. Let me know in the comments or message me at @thejewishvegan on Instagram. And, as always, if you have any questions don’t hesitate to reach out. Now, let’s get started!
Simple Strawberry Dip
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews unsalted
- ½ cup water
- 8 strawberries
- 2 tbsp vegan milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Fill a small pot with water and bring to a boil. Add the cashews and boil for 15 minutes.
- Drain the cashews and add them to a blender. Add the ½ cup of water and blend until it begins to become smooth and no big pieces of cashew are visible.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until incorporated and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour into a container and store in the fridge until cooled completely.
- Serve with your favorite dippers!
Notes
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