Unexpected Vegan Sauce : Creamy Celery Almond Dressing
Looking for a way to upgrade your salad scale or to add a burst of flavor to oven-roasted sweet potatoes? This creamy celery almond dressing is easy-to-make and is the unexpected twist you’ve been craving. This dressing is entirely plant-based and made with the best ingredients.

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with umami thanks to the combination of celery, lemon, almond butter, and tamari, this dressing is anything but boring. The garlic adds a subtle spicy bite, while the lemon brings a touch of brightness.
Why you’ll love this dressing ?
- Vegan and Dairy-Free: Perfect for those following a plant-based diet or with dairy allergies.
- Incredibly Versatile: Use it as a salad dressing, a dipping sauce for roasted vegetables, or even a marinade for tofu.
- Simple Ingredients, Big Flavor: Made with pantry staples, this dressing comes together in minutes.
- Healthy and Nutritious: Packed with healthy fats from almond butter and vitamins from lemon and celery.
- Elevates Any Dish: The perfect finishing touch for salads, roasted sweet potatoes, or buddha bowls.
What are the ingredients for this vegan sauce?
If you are ready to try this unexpected flavors combination, here is what you need.
I blend in a medium blender:
- one celery stick
- almond maple butter from Early Riser (or any almond butter)
- lemon
- garlic
- tamari
- extra water, for the perfect consistency of this easy dressing recipe.

What is the almond butter brand you recommend?
I am using this new healthy brand we have in town, Early Riser. They make a fabulous (and healthy) almond maple butter that is slightly sweet. It is a mix of roasted almonds and a splash of maple.
But if you can’t find this brand, go for your favorite almond butter or make your own (by blending roasted almonds in a high-speed blender for a few minutes, until smooth). It works too.
Why is this easy vegan creamy celery almond dressing unexpected?
Most people don’t think of celery as the star of a creamy dressing, but this recipe will change your mind!
Celery is a nutritional powerhouse, offering a range of health benefits, we know it as one of the best juice for healthy lifestyle. It has anti-inflammatory compounds, lots of vitamins, antioxidants and helps the digestive system too.
Save this recipe so you can effortlessly add more celery into your routine! Not only does this dressing bring a refreshing crunch and vibrant flavor, but it’s also a fantastic way to boost your intake of essential nutrients. A win-win !!

Customize this dressing up to your taste
Feel free to adjust the amount of tamari to your taste preference.
For a thinner consistency (ideal for a salad dressing), you can add a bit more water (or less).
On the other side, for a thicker consistency (ideal for a dipping sauce), I would recommend using less water or adding more almond butter.
Get creative! This dressing is a great base for customization. Try adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley for a twist.
Finally, when I make this sauce with regular almond butter (instead of early riser nut butter that is already sweetened), I add a splash of maple syrup, to enhance the delicious and sweet taste coming from the almond butter (but again this is optional).
Dressings to try next
With its unique flavor profile and versatility, this creamy celery almond butter dressing is sure to become a new favorite. So as I say very often, let’s ditch the store-bought dressings and whip up this easy, healthy, and delicious celery dressing option at home. Or discover even more delicious options of my dips and dressings !
Healthy Creamy Celery Almond Dressing and…
Spicy sweet, creamy, and umami flavor!
– Healthy greetings from Laetitia –

CREAMY CELERY ALMOND DRESSING
Ingredients
- 1 celery stick, cut into pieces
- 2 Tbsp almond maple butter (from Early Riser) or plain almond butter
- 3 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and chopped in half
- 1 Tbsp tamari sauce
- 1-2 Tbsp water
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1-2 tsp maple syrup , (optional)
Equipment
- 1 medium blender
Instructions
- Wash and cut the celery into pieces. Peel the garlic clove and chop it in half.
- Add them to a medium blender with all the remaining ingredients, starting with 1 Tbsp of water. Blend until smooth and adjust to your taste. Enjoy!