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A creamy gluten- and dairy-free French onion dip made from cashews, topped with caramelized onions and surrounded by colorful crudité.

Gluten & Dairy-Free French Onion Dip

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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes + 8 hours soaking time
  • Yield: 4 - 6
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This creamy, dairy-free French onion dip is packed with caramelized onions and made with cashews for a luscious texture. Perfect for dipping veggies, crackers, or chips – no one will guess it’s gluten and dairy free!

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups raw cashews
  • 1/2 cup + 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons garlic infused olive oil (sub with fresh garlic and extra virgin olive oil)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Soak the Cashews : Bring water to a boil and pour over cashews in a bowl. Let them soak for at least 8 hours to overnight for best texture.
  2. Caramelize the Onions : Heat a skillet with garlic-infused olive oil on medium. Add sliced onion and sea salt, cooking until softened (5 – 10 minutes), then reduce heat to low. Continue cooking low and slow for 35 – 45 minutes, adding water as needed to prevent burning.
  3. Blend the Dip : Once the onions have cooked and cooled, blend drained cashews with lemon juice, water, coconut aminos, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  4. Fold in Onions : Stir in most of the caramelized onions, saving a bit to garnish the top. This adds texture and makes the dip extra delicious.
  5. Chill & Serve : Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish, and chill until ready to serve. The flavor only gets better with time!

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Notes

  • Make Ahead : This dip tastes even better the next day.
  • Texture Hack : Want it extra smooth? Blend longer and add a touch more water.
  • Party Trick : Serve it in a hollowed-out bell pepper or alongside rainbow veggies for a colorful snack board.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Soaking Time: 8 hours to overnight
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop + Blend
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://fittoentertain.com/gluten-dairy-free-french-onion-dip/