Indulge in the cheesy goodness of this vegan nacho cheese sauce that is perfect for topping nachos, burritos, or even as a dip for vegetables. This dairy-free alternative is packed with flavor and will satisfy your cravings without any guilt!
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews, soaked
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 red bell pepper, roasted
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a high-speed blender, combine soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, roasted red bell pepper, water, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Transfer the cheese sauce to a small saucepan and heat over low-medium heat until warmed through.
- Serve the vegan nacho cheese sauce warm over nachos, burritos, or as a dip. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cashews are a great source of healthy fats and protein, making this cheese sauce nutritious as well as delicious.
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to the sauce without any dairy ingredients.
Roasted red bell pepper gives the sauce a hint of smokiness and sweetness.