Vegan Ranch Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 c raw cashews (soaked in hot water 30 minutes, or overnight in cool water)
• 1/2 c water (possibly 1/3 c)
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic, peeled
• 1/4 tsp sea salt (plus more to taste)
• 1 pinch black pepper
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1 1/4 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 T fresh minced dill (or 2 tsp dried)
• 1 T fresh minced parsley (optional)
• 1 t fresh chives (or 1/2 the amount dried chives // optional)