Heart-Healthy Vegan Sour Cream

Creamy, tangy, and utterly delicious, this Heart-Healthy Vegan Sour Cream is the perfect plant-based alternative to traditional sour cream. Made from wholesome raw cashews, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this recipe delivers a rich, dairy-free creaminess that's both versatile and nutritious. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time (plus a quick soak), this vegan sour cream is naturally gluten-free, oil-free, and packed with heart-healthy ingredients. Whether dolloped on baked potatoes, spooned into tacos, or used as a base for creamy dips, it’s a must-have staple for every health-conscious kitchen. Bonus: it keeps fresh in the fridge for up to five days, making it a convenient go-to condiment!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened non-dairy milk (optional for adjusting consistency)

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a medium-sized bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for best results. If short on time, boiling the cashews for 10 minutes will also work.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly, then transfer them to a blender or food processor.

Step 3

Add water, freshly squeezed lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and sea salt to the blender.

Step 4

Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides as needed to ensure all ingredients are incorporated evenly. This may take 1-2 minutes depending on the blender’s strength.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt if desired, to suit your taste preferences.

Step 6

If the sour cream is too thick for your liking, add 1-2 tablespoons of unsweetened non-dairy milk and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 7

Transfer the sour cream to a container with a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Serve chilled as a topping or ingredient in your favorite dishes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	315.2 grams (315.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	654

Total Fat 50.60g	65%
Saturated Fat 8.80g	44%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1313mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 39.70g	14%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 7.60g
Protein 21.20g	42%

Vitamin D 13IU	63%
Calcium 89mg	7%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 802mg	17%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.2%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 22.7%