Dairy-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this Dairy-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce—an irresistible, plant-based alternative to traditional cheese sauces. Made with wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, carrots, and russet potatoes, this recipe delivers a velvety smooth texture and rich, cheesy flavor without a drop of dairy. Nutritional yeast and a dash of turmeric lend the sauce its signature color and savory depth, while spices like paprika and cayenne pepper add a subtle kick. Perfect as a dip for chips, a topping for loaded nachos, or even a drizzle for veggies, this vegan nacho cheese sauce is a crowd-pleaser that's ready in just 35 minutes. Whether you're looking for a dairy-free, gluten-free snack or a healthier twist on a classic favorite, this recipe will elevate your next gathering.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 large Carrot
- 1 medium Russet potato
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground turmeric
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Start by soaking the raw cashews in hot water. Cover them with boiling water and let them sit for at least 20 minutes, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
Step 2
While the cashews soak, peel and chop the carrot and potato into small cubes.
Step 3
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the carrot and potato cubes, reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook until soft, about 10 minutes.
Step 4
Once the vegetables are cooked, drain them and transfer them to a high-speed blender.
Step 5
To the blender, add the drained cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, ground turmeric, cayenne pepper, and olive oil.
Step 6
Blend all the ingredients together until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Pause occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
Step 7
Adjust the seasoning to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little more water, a tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 8
Transfer the cheese sauce to a saucepan and warm gently over low heat before serving, stirring occasionally.
Step 9
Serve hot with nachos or use it as a dip or topping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (929.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1174.5 |
| Total Fat 78.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3654.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 94.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.8g | |
| Protein 36.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 143.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2378.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories