• 3 avocados, peeled and pitted
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1⁄2 tablespoon miso
• apple cider vinegar
• 1 date (optional)
• Water, if needed to blend until smooth
• Sea salt, to taste

• Blend all ingredients until smooth. Serve with crudité or vegetable chips.

• Serves 3

Avocado Crème Fraîche is another staple in the raw food kitchen. It can substitute anything from ranch dressing to mayonnaise to sour cream. Adding fresh herbs is a great way to get creative.