Vegan Cheese Nachos

These Vegan Cheese Nachos are a delightful twist on a classic appetizer, featuring a creamy, flavorful cheese sauce made from cashews and nutritional yeast. Topped with fresh vegetables and served with a zesty salsa, they're perfect for snacking or sharing with friends.

Ingredients

• Tortilla chips - 150 grams
• Raw cashews - 100 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 4 tablespoons
• Almond milk - 1/2 cup
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Jalapeños - 50 grams, sliced
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Salsa - for serving

Steps

1. Soak the raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse before use.
2. In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the tortilla chips on a baking sheet.
4. Pour the cashew cheese sauce evenly over the tortilla chips, ensuring they are well covered.
5. Top the nachos with halved cherry tomatoes, chopped green onions, and sliced jalapeños.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, until the nachos are warmed and the cheese is slightly bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot with salsa on the side.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from cashews, which can support heart health.
• High in fiber from tortilla chips and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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