Vegan Seven Layer Dip

"This game-day classic is everything you love about a taco, from the refried beans and guac to cashew cream and pico de gallo, served dip-style. This healthy recipe for seven-layer dip is a guaranteed party hit! Refried beans, guac, spiced quinoa, cashew cream & fresh veggies load it with flavor. The only visual difference between this and a conventional seven layer dip is the lack of orange cheese, but all of the classic flavors really come through, especially with the refried beans and tangy guacamole."

"Cashew Cream 1 cup raw cashews ½ cup water 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice ½ teaspoon sea salt Spiced Quinoa 1½ cups cooked red quinoa 1 garlic clove, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon smoked paprika ½ teaspoon cumin ½ tablespoon fresh lime juice 1 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil ½ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon maple syrup"

A vegan seven-layer dip combines refried beans, kale or classic guacamole, cashew cream, spiced quinoa, tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, and optional jalapeño. The cashew cream blends soaked raw cashews with water, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt until smooth. The spiced quinoa mixes cooked red quinoa with garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and a touch of maple syrup for savory heat and body. Layers assemble in a shallow tray and chill before serving with tortilla chips. The recipe yields an appetizer for four to six and can serve as a hearty casual meal for two.

Read at Alternative Medicine Magazine