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.
Servings: 6 (Yield: 2 ¾ cups)
Calories: 135kcal
Cost: $5.50
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced peeled potatoes
- 1 cup cashews raw unsalted, soaked for 30 minutes, or overnight in the refrigerator
- ⅓ 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 peppers in adobo sauce optional
- 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Boil the diced potatoes in water until they are fork-tender, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold running water.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 391mg | Potassium: 223mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 3IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 2mg