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    January 9, 2022 Mains

    Creamy Avocado Hemp Caesar Dressing

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    This creamy avocado hemp caesar dressing is made with nourishing ingredients, and packed with healthy fats! Hemp seeds and avocado are blended with garlic and lemon juice to create a light and creamy caesar salad dressing that tastes just like a classic caesar (minus the inflammatory oils)!

    Healthy caesar salad dressings are a staple in our home, and something I've been making for a long time! Who doesn't love a caesar salad with a side of almond flour chicken fingers?!

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    • Avocado Hemp Caesar Dressing

    This avocado hemp caesar dressing is a new favorite, and a recipe I'll be saving to come back to again and again. Hemp seeds and avocado come together with lemon juice, garlic, nutritional yeast, and olive oil to create a creamy, dreamy dressing that is light and absolutely delicious.

    Every time I make this, I'm surprised at how much it tastes like a classic caesar dressing you'd get at a restaurant - the hemp seeds are just perfect to create that creamy caesar texture.

    Best of all, this recipe happens to be dairy-free, vegan and packed with nutritious ingredients.

    Ingredients

    ingredients for hemp caesar salad dressing from above on light grey surface
    • Avocado - adds creamy texture and is packed with healthy fats and fiber
    • Hemp seeds - also provides creamy, light texture and is packed with nutrients (more info below!)
    • Extra virgin olive oil - has many health benefits; in particular it contains Oleocanthal, which is a powerful anti-inflammatory phenol
    • Nutritional yeast - for some cheesy flavour (is dairy-free and vegan)
    • Lemon juice - we're using lots of lemon juice for that zesty, bright flavour!
    • Garlic - adds that classic caesar flavour, I reccomend using just one clove so it's not too overpowering
    • Salt and pepper - to taste

    Health Benefits of Hemp Seeds

    Hemp seeds (or hemp hearts as they are often called) are packed with healthy fats, protein, and many essential nutrients! Wight a neutral, nutty, and very slightly sweet flavor they are an easy superfood to add to just about any meal. Let's take a closer look at their nutritional profile:

    • Healthy fats - one serving (3 tablespoons) of hemp seeds contains 15 g of fats, of which 80% (12 g) are polyunsaturated fats; omega-6 and omega-3.
    • Protein - one serving contains 10 g of protein, with 9 essential amino acids
    • B Vitamins - Thiamine (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), and pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) are all found in hemp seeds
    • Minerals - hemp seeds are also a great source of magnesium, iron, Zinc, and phosphorus
    creamy hemp caesar salad dressing in measuring cup, from above

    Instructions

    1. Add all ingredients to a high speed blender
    2. Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed
    3. If needed, add extra lemon juice or olive oil to get the right texture
    4. Enjoy on romaine or kale caesar salad, with a sprinkle of hemp seeds and nutritonal yeast.

    Use it Up

    • On a kale caesar salad with crunchy sourdough croutons
    • As a veggie dip with sticks of carrots, celery, cucumber, and bell peppers
    • On a chicken caesar wrap
    • Spread it on a sandwhich before assembling
    • As a dip for chicken wings
    creamy avocado hemp caesar dressing on gold spoon over jar from above

    FAQ

    Can I make this recipe oil-free?

    You definitely could, although high-quality extra-virgin olive oil is a healthy oil that contains Oleocanthal; an anti-inflammatory phenol that has been studied for many health benefits. That being said, if you wanted to omit the olive oil you could add a little extra lemon juice and a splash of water to make sure that the dressing has enough liquid.

    Is this caesar salad dressing healthy?

    Absolutely! As mentioned, this avocado hemp caesar dressing is packed with lots of healthy fats, essential vitamins, and minerals

    How else can I incorporate hemp seeds into my diet?

    Enjoy them on top of chia seed pudding, in smoothies, or in delicious looking superfood energy bites!

    Storage

    • Store in an airtight jar in the fridge for 4-5 days. This dressing is best stored seperately from the lettuce, to prevent it from wilting!
    caesar salad with chicken strips and rice on white plate with gold fork from overhead, on light grey countertop

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    creamy avocado hemp caesar dressing on gold spoon over jar from above

    Avocado Hemp Caesar Dressing

    This creamy avocado hemp caesar dressing is made with nourishing ingredients, and packed with healthy fats! Hemp seeds and avocado are blended with garlic and lemon juice to create a light and creamy caesar dressing that tastes just like a classic caesar (minus the inflammatory oils)!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Salad, Sauce
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 368 kcal

    Equipment

    • High speed blender

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ Avocado
    • ½ cup Hemp seeds
    • 1 cup Lemon juice
    • ⅓ cup Olive oil
    • 1 clove Garlic
    • 1 tablespoon Nutritional yeast * see note 1
    • Sea salt + pepper to taste to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients to a high speed blender
    • Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed
    • If needed, add extra lemon juice or olive oil to get the right texture
    • Enjoy on romaine or kale caesar salad, with a sprinkle of hemp seeds and nutritonal yeast.

    Notes

    1. Feel free to add more nutritional yest if you prefer a stronger cheesy flavour!
    Keyword Avocado hemp caesar dressing, easy healthy caesar salad dressing, healthy caesar salad dressing, hemp seed caesar salad dressing
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