Vegan Chipotle Queso
This Vegan Chipotle Queso is full of plant-based cheesy flavor - you won't believe it's vegan! Savory, creamy, and just a little spicy!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican
- 1/2 Orange Bell Pepper diced
- 3/4 Cup Raw Cashews soaked overnight
- 1/2 Cup Water
- 1/4 Cup Nutritional Yeast
- 2 Tbs Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/4 Tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1 Chipotle Pepper in adobo sauce
- 1 Tbs Adobo Sauce
Prep your cashews by soaking them overnight. If you don't have time, or forgot, boil the cashews for 10 minutes until soft.
Add all ingredients into a high-speed blender and blend until sauce is completely smooth and creamy.
Serve with salsa, jalapeños, or any other toppings you like.
Enjoy!
- You can find chipotle peppers in adobo sauce usually in the International foods aisle at the grocery store.
- This queso is DYNAMITE with pretty much any veggie burger. But also classic with chips and salsa!
- Cashew-based quesos don't reheat well in the microwave. To reheat, simmer queso in a small saucepan, STIRRING CONSTANTLY.
- Queso will keep in the fridge for about 2-3 days.