Vegan Chipotle Sauce [Taco Salad Dressing]
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
16 (about 2 cups)
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Calories
21 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Spanish
Vegan Chipotle Sauce [Taco Salad Dressing]
Description
The Vegan Chipotle Sauce starts with silken tofu, which provides a smooth and creamy foundation that blends easily with lime juice and a mix of spices including chipotle pepper and garlic powder. The chipotle offers a smoky heat that defines the sauce’s flavor profile, balanced by the acidity of lime juice and the smokiness of paprika and optional smoked paprika.
Preparation involves blending all ingredients until smooth and then tasting to adjust the spice and salt levels. The sauce’s thickness comes from the tofu, but additional plant-based milk or water can thin it for a pourable dressing consistency. This flexibility means it can be customized between a thick dip or a lighter salad dressing.
The recipe suggests allowing the sauce to rest for at least 30 minutes to a few hours or overnight. This resting time lets the flavors meld, enhancing the depth and balance of the smoky, spicy notes. This sauce works well as a taco salad dressing, dip for vegetables, or condiment for various vegan dishes.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces silken tofu
- 2 lime
- 2 to 3 chili powder
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder or one large fresh garlic clove
- 1 to 2 teaspoons chipotle pepper depending on how spicy you would like it to be
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon cilantro
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend for one minute. Taste and adjust spices and salt levels. (Start with 1 teaspoon of spices and work your way up to achieve the desired levels).
Notes
- Adjust the thickness by adding plant-based milk or water a tablespoon at a time for desired consistency.
- Start with minimal spices and add gradually to balance smoky and spicy flavors to your preference.
- Letting the sauce rest for 30 minutes or longer improves flavor blending and deepens taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16(about 2 cups)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 21 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 21kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 157IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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