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Creamy Chipotle Cashew Queso Dip

Creamy Chipotle Cashew Queso Dip

Cashew Queso: whip up this irresistibly creamy and smoky chipotle dip in minutes. Perfect for plant-based nachos, tacos, and snacking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cashews, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes then drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 chipotle pepper canned in adobo
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1-2 tablespoons the chipotle adobo sauce (optional, for more oomph)
  • 2-4 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional, for more cheeziness)

Instructions
 

  • Soak 1 cup of cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
  • Combine the soaked cashews, 1/2 cup water, 1 can diced green chiles, 1 chipotle pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt in a high-speed blender.
  • Add 1-2 tablespoons of chipotle adobo sauce and 2-4 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, if desired, for enhanced flavor and cheesiness.
  • Blend all ingredients on high speed for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.