Paleo Salsa con Queso
Transform your snack game with this creamy, dairy-free Paleo Salsa con Queso! Crafted with raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a bold medley of spices, this recipe is a wholesome twist on the beloved classic. Each velvety bite is infused with zesty diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a hint of smoky paprika, perfectly complemented by a touch of fresh cilantro and jalapeño heat. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip for your next gathering—or a guilt-free indulgence for solo snackers. Pair it with crunchy cassava chips or crisp veggies for a paleo-friendly treat that doesn’t sacrifice flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 whole jalapeño, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes or until they become soft. Drain and set them aside.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Blend the mixture on high speed until it is smooth and creamy, making sure there are no lumps remaining.
Step 4
Pour the blended mixture into a medium saucepan and place it over low heat.
Step 5
Add the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid) and the finely diced jalapeño to the saucepan.
Step 6
Stir constantly as you heat the mixture to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Continue cooking for 5–10 minutes until the queso thickens and is heated through.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 8
Serve the Paleo Salsa con Queso immediately, with your choice of Paleo-friendly dipping options such as fresh vegetables or cassava chips.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (453.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 733.5 |
| Total Fat 49.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1256.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.2g | |
| Protein 31.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 88.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1290.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories