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Vegan Sour Cream

Tried and true, after many years this vegan sour cream recipe is still used in our house at least once a week in one variation or another.

By adding in different herbs and spices, this vegan sour cream recipe can be used in and on top of a variety of cuisine and dishes.

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Vegan Sour Cream

Makes about 2 cups

Time to make: 5 minutes

1 cup sunflower seeds, cashews, or blanched almonds – If using a thicker nut, soak for a couple hours. 

1 cup water

¼ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

2 teaspoons salt

Place all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth.

If you would like some additional thickness initially, (as it will firm up in the fridge in about 2 hours) substitute half the water for ice cubes.

Store in fridge.

I have used this as a base for so many dishes; Indian Curry, potato salad, mayo substitute on sandwiches, broccoli salad, Taziki sauce, potato corn chowder, and of course for taco topping.