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Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce

Creamy Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce You'll Love for Dipping

This Nacho Cashew Cheese Sauce is a delicious plant-based dip perfect for nachos and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Soaking Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup cashews or pepitas/sunflower seeds for nut-free version
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk can substitute with any unsweetened plant-based milk
For the Flavor
  • 1 can green chilies canned recommended for optimal flavor
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeños can be store-bought or homemade
  • 1 lemon juice
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast for cheesy, umami flavor
For the Spice
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Equipment

  • high-speed blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak cashews in water for 6-8 hours or boil for 20-30 minutes until soft.
  2. Drain soaked cashews and combine in a high-speed blender with almond milk, green chilies, pickled jalapeños, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Blend on high until smooth.
  3. Taste and adjust seasoning gradually, adding salt starting with ½ teaspoon.
  4. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for 1 month.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For different textures, adjust almond milk based on desired thickness. Experiment with spices for custom flavors.

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