Vegan Caesar Dressing

This dressing is amazzzzing! I found it in 'The Thrive Diet' book. What I love about the Thrive Diet recipes are that they are incredibly nutrient dense. My whole take on eating is 'healing with whole foods'. You can eat delicious meals and at the same time completely nourish your body. For example, in the following recipe, the macadamia nuts contain omega-7 and omega- 9 fatty acids. While these are non-essential fatty acids, meaning the body produces them, their inclusion in the diet has been linked to positive health benefits. (Blending soaked macadamia nuts turns into a creamy spread that makes for a healthy alternative to butter or margarine.) Hemp oil, obtained by pressing hemp seed, is one of the healthiest oils available. Dark green with a smooth creamy texture and mild nutty flavor, hemp oil is an excellent base for salad dressings. Hemp oil is unique in that it has the ideal ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids. Apple cider vinegar is acidic but upon digestion becomes alkaline-forming, as well as adding plenty of potassium to sauces and salad dressings. It also contains malic acid, which aids in digestion. Nutritional yeast is a complete protein and a rich source of B vitamins. Miso is high in protein and rich in vitamins and minerals. Cayenne is packed with high concentrations of minerals and vitamins and certain phytonutrients (phytonutrients have been identified as containing properties for aiding in disease prevention).

In a blender, blend all ingredients together.

1 clove garlic 1/3 stalk green onion 3/4 cup hemp oil 1/4 cup macadamia nuts 2 tbsp brown rice miso 1 1/2 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 tsp nutritional yeast 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

This dressing is good on salads, raw/roasted or steamed veggies, pasta, and grains. Enjoy and eat to live!!