Creamy Vegan Nacho Cheese Sauce 

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5.0

18 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    4 mins

  • Cook Time

    4 mins

  • Soaking time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    49 mins

  • Servings

    6 (Yield: 2 ¾ cups)

  • Calories

    135 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Creamy Vegan Nacho Cheese Sauce 

The rich, creamy, EASY Vegan Nacho Cheese sauce that you have been searching for! Its mild Mexican flavor is perfect for drizzling over nachos, quesadillas, and fajitas.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup diced peeled potatoes
  • 1 cup cashews raw unsalted, soaked for 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator
  • cup water or up to ½ cup depending on the consistency you like
  • ½ cup nutritional yeast
  • 4 teaspoons white vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 4 teaspoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle chilies in Adobo sauce optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
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Instructions

  1. Boil the diced potatoes in water until they are fork-tender, which should take about 10-15 minutes. 
  2. While the potatoes are cooking, drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold running water.
  3. Once the potatoes are cooked and soft, drain them and add them to a high-speed blender along with the drained cashews and all remaining ingredients.
  4. Blend all the ingredients on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. You might need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
  5. Taste the cheese sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, chili powder, or lime juice according to your preferences. If the cheese sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by blending in a little more water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Your creamy vegan cheese sauce is perfect for drizzling over nachos, using in quesadillas, or drizzling on fajitas!

Notes

  • 🌰 Cashew Prep Perfection
  • 🌰
  • Ensure your vegan cheese's smooth texture by soaking cashews overnight for ultimate creaminess or 30 minutes for a quick fix. In a rush? A 15-minute boiling water soak will do.
  • 💧 Dat Cream Doe…
  • 💧
  • For that dreamy creamy texture, gradually add water if the cheese is too thick post-blend, one tablespoon at a time, to avoid making it too watery.
  • 🥔 Pick the Perfect Potato
  • 🥔
  • Choose high-starch potatoes like Russet or Yukon Gold to ensure your cheese sauce is deliciously smooth and creamy.
  • 🔥 Warmth is Wonderful
  • 🔥
  • Always serve your vegan nacho cheese warm to enhance its flavor and texture. If needed, reheat and add a touch of water to maintain its perfect consistency.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 135kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 5g Sodium 391mg (16%) Potassium 223mg (6%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 3IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 11mg (1%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6(Yield: 2 ¾ cups)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 135 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 135kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Sodium 391mg 16%
Potassium 223mg 5%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 3IU 0%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 11mg 1%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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