Caramelized Shallot Dip is a flavorful favorite for holidays, game days, or any ordinary Tuesday. This vegan recipe is free from soy, gluten, dairy, eggs, and oil, making it suitable for many dietary needs.
recipe originally published August 22, 2012
A Cozy Fall Recipe
I like what October smells like.
While summer will always hold a special place in my heart, autumn brings the comfort of boots, scarves, and warm sweaters—and the urge to cook heartier, cozier dishes. This caramelized shallot dip fits right in: creamy, savory, and satisfying without relying on dairy.
Vegan Caramelized Shallot Dip
As the seasons shift I balance lighter summer flavors with richer comfort foods. When entertaining recently, I paired a bright heirloom tomato bruschetta with this creamy, savory dip so guests could enjoy both light and hearty bites.
I love a good dip—whether served with crostini or, for a nostalgic touch, ruffled potato chips. The crisp texture of chips or toasted baguette slices makes the velvety cashew base and sweet caramelized shallots sing.
Caramelizing the shallots slowly adds deep, sweet onion flavor that elevates the simple cashew cream into something special. It’s easy to make and comes together quickly once the shallots are finished.
See: How To Caramelize Onions
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Vegan Caramelized Shallot Dip
A rich, savory vegan dip made from caramelized shallots and blended cashews. Perfect with veggies, toasted baguette slices, crackers, or chips.
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Ingredients
- 6 whole shallots (full bulbs, depending on size), peeled and sliced thin
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 ½ cups raw cashews
- ¼ cup cashew milk
- juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
- sea salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Over low heat, sauté the shallots and garlic slowly in a splash of water until they caramelize, about 12–17 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a blender, combine the raw cashews, cashew milk, and lemon juice. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy.
- Transfer the cashew cream to a bowl and fold in the caramelized shallots and garlic. Season with sea salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature with fresh vegetables, toasted baguette slices, crackers, or chips.
Notes
dairy-free, egg-free, soy-free, oil-free, gluten-free, vegan.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4
Serving Size:
¼ cup
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 220
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 211mg
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 7g
Protein: 7g
Nutrition calculations vary by calculator and are for informational purposes only.
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