5 from 15 votes
Creamy Chipotle Sauce (Vegan!)
This creamy chipotle sauce uses vegan yogurt or silken tofu blended with a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and spices. It has a smoky, spicy flavor and smooth texture ideal for adding a flavorful kick to dishes. The balance of tangy lime and subtle sweetness complements the smoky heat from chipotle, making the sauce versatile for drizzling over tacos, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
4
Calories:
30 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Vegan, gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegan yogurt or 2/3 cup silken tofu, plain & unsweetened
- 1 chipotle in adobo sauce
- 1/2 tsp. adobo sauce
- 1 Tbsp. lime juice about 1/2 lime, fresh
- 1 tsp. apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp. pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder (or 1 clove garlic)
- 1/4 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. cumin ground
- 1/8 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Scrape away the seeds from inside the chipotle pepper with a knife. (Use caution when handling chipotles. I use a fork and a knife to maneuver them and avoid direct contact.)
- Add all ingredients to a small blender or food processor and blend for about 20 seconds or until smooth. Stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula if needed.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if desired.
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Notes
- Handle chipotle peppers carefully; use utensils to avoid skin contact due to spiciness.
- Adjust spiciness by varying quantities of chipotle peppers and adobo sauce to suit your taste.
- Store the sauce in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 5 days.
- Color may vary based on the amount of chipotle added.
Nutrition Information
Calories
30kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
5g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.02g
(0%)
Monounsaturated Fat
0.1g
(1%)
Potassium
16mg
(0%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
5IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
43mg
(4%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 30
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 30kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 5IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.