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Nacho Cheese

This nut-free vegan Nacho Cheese is easy to make and good for you! Add it to tacos, burritos, nachos, mac and cheese, and more. The possibilities are endless! Plus, it's ready in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 1 medium bowl
Calories: 412 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of peeled diced russet potatoes
  • 1 cup of sliced carrots
  • ½ cup of water
  • 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
  • ½ cup of nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup of salsa

Instructions

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  1. Fill a large pot with water and add the peeled potatoes and carrots. Over medium-high heat, bring the water to a boil and keep cooking for 10 minutes or until the veggies are soft. Remove from the heat and drain the water.
  2. In a blender, blend the boiled potatoes, carrots, water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and salsa until completely smooth.

Notes

  • If you can’t find nutritional yeast: Try using debittered brewer’s yeast. It’s not exactly the same (in fact, I recommend reducing the amount used slightly), but will do in a pinch.
  • Experiment with potatoes: While I usually use russet potatoes, most potatoes I’ve tried (like Yukon Gold’s) have worked well. You can even swap out some of the potato for cauliflower (but not all if you want the thick cheesy texture!) if you’re running low.
  • The lemon juice: You can substitute the lemon for lime or even a little apple cider vinegar. For a little more tang, you could even add in a drop of mustard or pickle juice (trust me).

Nutrition Information

Calories 412kcal (21%) Carbohydrates 85g (28%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 2g (3%) Saturated Fat 0.2g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g Monounsaturated Fat 0.04g Sodium 1702mg (71%) Potassium 2344mg (67%) Fiber 15g (60%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 21702IU (434%) Vitamin C 34mg (38%) Calcium 118mg (12%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1medium bowl

Amount Per Serving

Calories 412

% Daily Value*

Calories 412kcal 21%
Carbohydrates 85g 28%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 2g 3%
Saturated Fat 0.2g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g 2%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.04g 0%
Sodium 1702mg 71%
Potassium 2344mg 50%
Fiber 15g 60%
Sugar 11g 22%
Vitamin A 21702IU 434%
Vitamin C 34mg 38%
Calcium 118mg 12%
Iron 5mg 28%

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