Chipotle Almond Sauce
This chipotle almond sauce recipe is nutty, cheesy, rich, garlicky, creamy, smokey, and tastes just like your favorite go-to dip from the farmer’s markets. The flavors of smoky chipotles, almonds, and a blend of spices come together for a perfectly balanced sauce!
Chipotle Almond Sauce
This deliciously vegan and gluten-free nut-based dip/sauce is inspired by the the ever popular Chipotle Bitchin’ Sauce. It’s wonderfully balanced with smokey, nutty, salty, and a kick of spice.
It pairs perfectly with tacos, chips, and veggies, used as a sandwich spread and even as a salad dressing. This flavorful sauce will become your new favorite, versatile condiment in no time – it’s just that good! Even better, most of the ingredients are staple ingredients, meaning you probably have most of them in your pantry!
Ingredients
- raw almonds
- bragg’s liquid aminos
- avocado oil
- whole chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- white vinegar
- nutritional yeast
- tomato paste
- lemon juice
- garlic cloves
- onion powder
- smoked paprika
- sea salt
- water
Substitutions
- avocado oil: You’ll want to use a neutral flavored oil for this recipe like grapeseed oil or sunflower oil.
- bragg’s liquid aminos: for soy sauce, I’m using bragg’s since it is gluten-free and uses verified non-GMO soybeans. Tamari also works well in this recipe. I don’t recommend using coconut aminos since it is sweeter.
- white vinegar: apple cider vinegar and rice vinegar can be substituted.
How to make Chipotle Almond Sauce
If using a high-speed blender, like a Vitamix, you do not need to soak your almonds overnight. However, if you have a standard blender, you will need to soak them in an airtight container or jar for 8-12 hours.
Simply, add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend on high for about 2-3 minutes or until smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thinner sauce, add one tablespoon of water at a time.
How to serve Chipotle Almond Sauce
Serve as a dip with tortilla chips, veggies, and crackers. Use as a sauce on tacos, nachos, burgers and sandwiches. I even love tossing this sauce in a big bowl of greens for a salad! For a full meal, try it on my Low Carb Chicken Thigh Tacos.
Storage
Refrigerator: Store chipotle almond dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Separation in the sauce is normal – just stir before serving.
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Chipotle Almond Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds (soaked)
- 2 whole chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/4 cup avocado oil
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons bragg's liquid aminos
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced (or 2 teaspoons garlic powder)
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1.5 cups water
Instructions
- Soak the almonds over night, 8-12 hours. This will help create a smooth consistency.
- Add all ingredients to a high powered blender or food processor and blend on high for about 5 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
- Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, for a thinner consistency.
