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Easy Vegan Queso Recipe

Urvashee Patel
This easy vegan queso is just as tasty as the real thing and comes together in just 5 minutes. It’s perfect as a dip or for drizzling over tacos, nachos, burritos and more!
3 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Cuisine Vegan
Servings 4
Calories 291 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup Cashews
  • 3/4 cup Water
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • pinch of Ground Cayenne Pepper
  • 6-7 Pickled Jalapeños plus 3 tablespoons juice from the jar
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast

Instructions
 

  • In an electric blender, blend all the ingredients together on a high setting until smooth and creamy.
  • Adjust the salt and cayenne to your liking.
  • Serve with chips or vegetables as a dip or drizzle over tacos, burritos and other Mexican favorites.

Notes

  • I used mild jalapenos but you can use hot ones and adjust the amount to your taste.
  • Makes about 1 cup of queso.

Nutrition

Calories: 291kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 19gFat: 15gSodium: 153mgFiber: 8g
Keyword Appetizers, Blended, Cashews, Dips, No Cook, Nuts, Party Food, Spicy, Vegan, Vegetarian
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