Queso Casero Vegano

Queso Casero Vegano is a creamy and flavorful vegan cheese dip that captures the essence of traditional Mexican flavors. Perfect for nachos, tacos, or as a spread, this dish is both indulgent and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Raw cashews - 100 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 30 grams
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Soak the raw cashews in water for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
2. Drain and rinse the cashews, then add them to a blender along with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, lemon juice, water, and salt.
3. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice to suit your preference.
5. Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from cashews that support heart health.
• High in protein and essential vitamins from nutritional yeast.

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