Skip the store-bought soup packet and make this easy homemade Vegan French Onion Dip! Made with raw cashews, it's a dairy-free version of a classic dish that's perfect for snacking and entertaining. Serve it with your favorite chips, crackers, or veggies.
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I gave my old favorite creamy dip a makeover! This Vegan French Onion Dip is free from dairy and mayonnaise and my favorite snack for game days.
If you enjoy other dips like vegan spinach artichoke dip and vegan sun-dried tomato dip, this is another remake to add to your appetizer spread.
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Why you'll love this recipe
- It's simple to make in a high-speed blender.
- You can make it with dried herbs and spices from your pantry instead of purchasing a packet of seasonings.
- It's perfect for making in advance for easy entertaining.
Ingredients
Raw cashews: If available, buy halves and pieces rather than whole cashews since they are less expensive. Store them in the refrigerator or freezer so they last longer.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements plus recipe instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Instructions
- Add the raw cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced onion, dill, parsley, garlic, and salt to the container of a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and add more salt, if needed. (Alternatively you can blend the cashews, water, lemon juice, and vinegar first, then stir in the herbs and spices by hand.)
- Transfer the dip to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Before serving, garnish with green onions or chives, if desired.
Amy's tip
Even if you have a high-speed blender like a Vitamix, I recommend soaking the raw cashews in water for at least an hour to make blending them easier. Drain them before adding them to your blender.
Serving suggestions
Enjoy this Vegan French Onion Dip with potato chips, crackers, and veggies. I particularly enjoy it with raw carrots, celery, cucumbers, radishes, bell peppers, broccoli, and cauliflower.
Or if you prefer cooked vegetables, try it with seasonal roasted fall vegetables. It's also delicious as a condiment with roasted sweet potatoes or air fried home fries.
Storing
Store leftover dip in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezing is not recommended.
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Love and Veggies,
Amy
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Vegan French Onion Dip
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Equipment
- high speed blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked*
- ½ cup water
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons dried minced onion
- 1 Tablespoon dried dill weed
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- sliced green onions or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add the raw cashews, water, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, minced onion, dill, parsley, garlic, and salt to the container of a high-speed blender. Blend until completely smooth. Taste and add more salt, if needed.
- Transfer the dip to a covered bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Before serving, garnish with green onions or chives, if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimation only.
Gwenyth says
Excellent flavour and so quick to make. I let the flavours blend together overnight in the fridge. It thickened slightly to a smooth consistency. My dairy-free and vegan guests loved it with the fresh vegetables. Thanks for a great addition to my recipe file.
Amy Katz says
I'm so happy everyone enjoyed it, Gwenyth!
Rachelle says
I’m curious to
Know if you think onion powder in place of minced onion would make any difference in the outcome ?
Amy Katz says
Hi Rachelle, You can use onion powder instead. Start with half the amount and as more as needed after tasting.
Renee MONTGOMERY says
I made this dip yesterday for a dinner party. It was so easy to prepare and tasted delicious!
Amy Katz says
I'm so happy to hear it, Renee!
Jennifer Meyer says
OK this was really good! I've dipped air fryer chips in it, and carrots, and mine's a little thick so I'm thinking it would make a great spread on a wrap - so that's up next!
Amy says
That is such a great idea! I'm going to try it in a wrap, too!