Healthy Queso
Use this easy plant-based queso as a unique and delicious alternative to a traditional dairy-based dip. This recipe is filled with veggies, and tastes just as delicious as any other cheesy dip. I use this as a base for a TON of Mexican dishes that I make, but it also tastes good on its own with a huge bowl of tortillas chips! Total Time: 40 minutes
Chef's Notes
- Great base for Mexican dishes
- Stores well in fridge for up to 5 days
- Adjust jalapeños for preferred heat level
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 Russet Potato Peeled & Diced
- 1/2 Yellow Onion Roughly Chopped
- 2 Carrots Peeled & Chopped
- 1/2 C Unsalted Cashews
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 3 Tsp Mustard
- 2 Tsp Salt or to taste
- Black Pepper
- 4 Tsp Vinegar
- 1/2 C Cooking Liquid from Boiled Vegetables
- Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes & Chilis - 10 Oz Can
- Fresh Jalapeños Finely Minced or Pickled Jalapeños
Instructions
- 1
Add potato, onion, carrot, and cashews to soup pot with water to cover 2 inches above vegetables. Add pinch of salt.
- 2
Bring vegetables to boil for 15-20 minutes until fork tender. Reserve cooking water before draining.
- 3
Add vegetables to high speed blender with 1/2 cup reserved water, garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, and vinegar.
- 4
Blend until very smooth. Add more water if needed for desired consistency.
- 5
Pour mixture back into pot and bring to boil.
- 6
Add diced tomatoes and jalapeños. Mix to combine and heat through.
- 7
Serve with chips or use as replacement for dairy-based queso in any dish!
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