Soy-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Dive into the ultimate plant-based indulgence with this Soy-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce! Crafted from wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, tender potatoes, and sweet carrots, this dairy-free cheese alternative delivers a velvety texture and rich, cheesy flavor—all without soy. Nutritional yeast and a hint of paprika bring a savory depth, while turmeric adds vibrant color. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect as a creamy dip for chips, a decadent drizzle over nachos, or a flavorful topping for baked potatoes. Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients, this sauce is a game-changer for allergy-friendly, crowd-pleasing comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 medium Potato, peeled and diced
- 1 medium Carrot, peeled and diced
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1.5 cups Water
Directions
Step 1
1. Soak the raw cashews in warm water for at least 1 hour. Drain and rinse before using.
Step 2
2. In a medium saucepan, add the diced potato and carrot. Cover with water and bring to a boil.
Step 3
3. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potato and carrot are soft and tender. Drain well.
Step 4
4. In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, cooked potato and carrot, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, turmeric, salt, and cayenne pepper.
Step 5
5. Add 1.5 cups of water to the blender. Blend on high speed for about 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Step 6
6. Taste the cheese sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 7
7. Pour the sauce back into the saucepan and gently heat over a low flame, stirring occasionally, until warm and slightly thickened.
Step 8
8. Serve immediately as a dip or drizzle over nachos and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (808.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 858.9 |
| Total Fat 49.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2448.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 88.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.2g | |
| Protein 27.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 129.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2058.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories