BBQ Ranch Chickpea Salad

raw cashews ((soaked for at least 30 minutes in hot water if you don't have a high-speed blender))

water ((plus 1-2 Tablespoons, as needed))

lemon juice

garlic powder

onion powder

dried parsley

dried chives

salt and pepper (to taste)

chickpeas ((15 ounces) or 1 1/2 cups cooked, rinsed and drained)

BBQ sauce ((store bought or homemade))

head Romaine lettuce (chopped)

dry pint cherry or grape tomatoes (quartered)

avocado (cubed)

corn ((defrosted, if using frozen))