Queso Casero de Anacardo

Queso Casero de Anacardo is a creamy, vegan cheese alternative that brings a rich, smoky flavor to your BBQ dishes. Made from cashews and infused with traditional Mexican spices, it's the perfect topping for tacos, nachos, or grilled vegetables.

Ingredients

• Cashews - 100 g
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tbsp
• Smoked paprika - 1 tsp
• Garlic powder - 1/2 tsp
• Lemon juice - 2 tbsp
• Olive oil - 1 tbsp
• Water - 100 ml
• Salt - 1/2 tsp
• Cilantro - 2 tbsp (chopped)
• Jalapeño - 1 (finely chopped, optional)

Steps

1. Soak the cashews in water for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
2. Drain and rinse the soaked cashews, then add them to a blender or food processor.
3. Add nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, garlic powder, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and 100 ml of water to the blender.
4. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more water if necessary to achieve the desired consistency.
5. Transfer the queso to a bowl and fold in the chopped cilantro and jalapeño if using.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, then serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from cashews that promote heart health.
• Contains nutritional yeast, which is a good source of B vitamins.

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