Vegan Fries with Cheese Sauce

Crispy, golden, and completely plant-based, these Vegan Fries with Cheese Sauce are a game-changer for comfort food lovers. This recipe transforms humble russet potatoes into perfectly baked fries with a fluffy interior and a satisfying crunch, all while keeping it healthy by skipping the deep fryer. The creamy vegan cheese sauce steals the show, crafted from raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a touch of turmeric for that signature cheesy color and flavor—without any dairy! With notes of garlic, onion, and paprika, it’s the perfect dip or drizzle for these irresistible fries. Ready in just about an hour and packed with flavor, this dish is ideal for sharing at your next gathering or enjoying as an indulgent snack. Whether you're vegan or just looking for a delicious dairy-free alternative, these fries are sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized sticks, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Place the potato sticks in a large bowl, cover with cold water, and let them soak for at least 10 minutes. This helps remove excess starch for crispier fries.

Step 4

While the potatoes soak, prepare the cheese sauce. In a blender, combine raw cashews, nutritional yeast, almond milk, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, ground turmeric, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Blend until completely smooth. If too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 5

Drain and pat the potato sticks dry with a clean kitchen towel. Drying them thoroughly will prevent them from steaming instead of becoming crispy.

Step 6

Toss the dry potato sticks in a large bowl with olive oil and 1 teaspoon salt until evenly coated.

Step 7

Arrange the potato sticks in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes, flip them, and then bake for another 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

Taste the cheese sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, then transfer it to a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until heated through and creamy.

Step 9

Serve the freshly baked fries with the warm vegan cheese sauce drizzled over the top or on the side for dipping.

Step 10

Enjoy your Vegan Fries with Cheese Sauce immediately for the best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1768.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2199.5

Total Fat 82.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3959.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 316.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.4g	0%
Total Sugars 21.6g
Protein 68.5g	0%

Vitamin D 131.8IU	0%
Calcium 876.0mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 8045.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.4%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 55.5%