This cool, creamy and easy dressing is seriously next level! I have been making it for years now and it’s a must have on just about any Mexican style dish in my home.
Just a handful of ingredients, thick and indulgent but contains zero oil, soy, gluten or dairy. Drizzle it on anything from tacos, burrito bowls, salads or perhaps just a plain old bowl of black beans. Yep, I’ve definitely done it.
Check out these recipes for a little extra inspo:
Mexican Spiced Cauliflower Tacos
Chili Roasted Butternut Squash Tacos
Ingredients
Method
- Blend all ingredients in a high speed blender for about 1-2 minutes until creamy and smooth. Adjust lime and cilantro to taste.
Notes
Soak cashews in water for 4 hours or overnight. Short on time? Pour boiling water over them and soak for 5 minutes. You can also skip them step if you have a high powered blender like a Vitamix.
Dressing may thicken in the refrigerator.
Will keep in the refrigerator for about 3-5 days
Hi! My name is Caroline. I am a Certified Plant Based Nutritionist and Wellness Coach. I believe 
9 Responses
Thank you for this recipe! I have never been a fan of cilantro but I love this dressing.
This dressing is delicious, especially on the Mexican spiced cauliflower tacos.
I had another cilantro crema recipe, but this is my new favorite! Goes well with almost anything. I especially love as a topping for plant based tacos and chili.
Hi what if I don’t have cashews?
What can I use?
I highly recommend cashews but you could try raw soaked and skinned almonds. You could also try silken tofu but you will likely want to use less liquid with this option.
The juice of 1 lime is not a 1/4 cup. It’s more like a Tablespoon. Can you clarify?
Limes can vary greattly in size and juiciness so feel free to juice another lime if needed.
Thanks Caroline,
Your “Cilantro slime Crema” is awesome !
I was looking for Cauliflower Taco recipes (to cook wholesome vegan gluten-free for my wife) when I found your recipe.. just made a batch and it is soooo tastey… we both love it…
Next time I’ll try adding chilli and avocado 🤙
This sauce is absolutely delicious. Pairs perfectly with the cauliflower tacos. Yummy!