Every Monday I think to myself, “maybe I should try dairy-free.” I usually think it as I’m pouring half and half into my coffee and think, “nahh, maybe next Monday.” There is a part of me that wants to try dairy free. Here’s the thing…
Maybe it doesn’t need to be an all or nothing, completely dairy free thing. There are so many great dairy-free options out there that surely you can incorporate some when you want to lighten the cheese load.
We are a family that likes it all. We like dairy free cheese, we like real cheese, we like nut milks, and alll the dairy milks too. Maybe this will change. Maybe it won’t. My point is, there is no “right” way to do things. Find a way that works for you and your family. Find products and recipes you like, and do that!
Both Jaryd and I are so OBSESSEDÂ with this vegan queso! In all honesty we don’t make regular queso ever, really. But, I love that this vegan queso is such a fun appetizer or perfect sauce to drizzle on any #tacotuesday creation. I’ve had this as a dressing on a taco bowl (above), and I’ve also had it warmed up and dipping chips in there and it is AMAZZZING, you guys.
AND, it’s way too easy to make which is probably why I’ve been making it on repeat. Blend it and DONE!! There are so many options for this sauce, I’d love to see your creations and how you use it!!
Vegan Queso
This queso is the easiest non-dairy Mexican cheese sauce that you won’t be able to stop eating!!
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.
- If you want to serve this as a dip, pour the smooth queso into a pot over medium heat. Whisk continuously until it thickens up a bit and is warmed through.
Tips
Serving: Calories 133; Fat 8.5g (Sat 1.6g); Protein 6.3g; Carb 10.9g (net carb 8.1g); Fiber 2.8g; Sodium 320mg
 Enjoy!! xo
Melanie says
This is soooo yummy!! I replaced the water with vegetable broth & added a dash of garlic powder & onion powder. Thank you for the recipe!!
Lindsay Grimes Freedman says
Love your add ins! So happy you loved it!! xo
Andrea says
This recipe was so easy and the family loved it! Delicious 😋Â
Lindsay Grimes Freedman says
Yay!! I’m so happy you guys enjoyed!! xo
Michele says
Best vegan queso dip recipe ever!! Thank you so much for this recipe. Made it exactly as is, we’ve used it cold and warm, and it always pulls the meal together!
Lindsay Grimes Freedman says
Yay!! It’s one of my faves!! I’m so happy you love it too!! xo
CJ says
Thank you this recipe looks amazing, excuse my ignorance, but what is salsa. I live in the UK, can I make that at home too or do I need to buy it?
Thanks in advance.
Lindsay Grimes Freedman says
Hi!! You can make it at home or buy it in store. Here is my homemade version: https://thetoastedpinenut.com/homemade-blender-salsa/