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Dairy-Free Cashew Queso

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15min

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8 servings

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This creamy Dairy-Free Cashew Queso delivers all the rich, tangy flavor of traditional cheese dip without any animal products. Cashews create a velvety base while nutritional yeast provides that essential cheesy flavor. Spiced with jalapeños and smoky paprika, this versatile dip is perfect for nachos, burritos, or as a decadent vegetable dip that will satisfy both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Nutrition Facts

Disclaimer: The nutritional information provided is estimated and may vary based on portion size and preparation.

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Fiber
Sugar
2 g
2 g
Allergen Content

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Nuts

Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Soak the cashews

Place cashews in a bowl. Cover with hot water. Let soak for at least 30 minutes (or overnight in the refrigerator).

2
Drain the cashews

Drain the soaked cashews. Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.

3
Prepare the lemon

Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze to extract 2 tablespoons of juice.

4
Prepare the garlic

Peel the garlic cloves.

5
Prepare the jalapeño

Remove stem. For less heat, remove seeds and membranes. Roughly chop.

6
Prepare the tomato

Wash thoroughly. Remove core. Roughly chop.

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Prepare the bell pepper

Remove stem and seeds. Roughly chop.

8
Blend the base

Add drained cashews, water, and peeled garlic to a high-speed blender. Blend on high for 2 minutes until completely smooth.

9
Add remaining ingredients

Add all remaining ingredients including lemon juice, chopped jalapeño, tomato, and bell pepper to the blender.

10
Final blending

Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until completely smooth. Stop occasionally to scrape down the sides if needed.

11
Check consistency

If the queso is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of water. Blend again until desired consistency is reached.

12
Taste and adjust

Taste the queso. Add more salt, nutritional yeast, or spices if needed. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.

13
Heat if desired

Transfer to a small saucepan Heat over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring frequently. Alternatively, serve at room temperature.

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Serve

Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetables, or as a topping.

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