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Salmon Gnocchi with Spinach and Creme Fraiche Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

This Caramelized Onion Dip is a creamy, flavorful vegan dip featuring deeply caramelized sweet onions blended with a smooth, tangy base of soaked cashews and thick vegan yogurt. Perfect for entertaining, it’s great at dinner parties, game nights, BBQs, or as a delicious snack anytime.

Ingredients

Caramelized Onions

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (or oil of choice)
  • 4 sweet onions, diced

Creamy Dip Base

  • 1 cup thick vegan yogurt (Icelandic Provisions Oatmilk Skyr recommended)
  • 1 cup cashews, soaked overnight
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • 1 clove garlic
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 bunch chives, diced

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the onions: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become deeply caramelized and golden brown, about 25–30 minutes. If the onions begin to stick to the pan, reduce the heat slightly and add a splash of water to prevent burning. Once caramelized, set the onions aside to cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the creamy base: Meanwhile, drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with the thick vegan yogurt, lemon juice, garlic clove, salt, and pepper. Blend the mixture until it becomes completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine dip ingredients: Transfer the creamy blended base to a bowl. Fold in the slightly cooled caramelized onions gently until well incorporated.
  4. Add final fresh touch: Mix in the diced chives to add a fresh, mild onion flavor and vibrant color throughout the dip.
  5. Chill and serve: You can serve the dip immediately or refrigerate it for a few hours. Chilling will thicken the dip and allow the flavors to meld deeply for even better taste.

Notes

  • Soaking cashews overnight is essential for a smooth, creamy texture when blending.
  • Use sweet onions like Vidalia or Walla Walla for best caramelization and flavor.
  • If pressed for time, caramelizing onions can be done on lower heat but will take longer; patience is key.
  • This dip pairs wonderfully with chips, crackers, vegetable sticks, or as a spread on sandwiches.
  • To keep this recipe gluten-free and vegan, ensure the vegan yogurt used contains no gluten ingredients.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dip
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://myeasyplate.com/salmon-gnocchi-with-spinach-and-creme-fraiche-recipe/