Healthy Nacho Cheese (Fat-Free)
This easy and healthy nacho cheese dip is completely fat-free, flavorful, budget-friendly, easy to make and so versatile! Serve with tortilla chips or nachos and make double batches during meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 medium potato peeled and chopped
- 2 carrots finely chopped
- 1 white onion chopped
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth 240 ml
- ¼ cup soy milk unsweetened (60 ml)
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- Cayenne pepper to taste
- Pickled jalapeños or salsa optional
Instructions
- Heat a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, and add the potato, carrots and onion. Cover with vegetable broth, put on the lid and bring to a boil.
- Turn down the heat and let simmer until very tender for about 15 minutes.
- Once cooked, transfer the veggies and the cooking water to a blender and add the rest of the ingredients for your vegan nacho cheese.
- Blend until smooth and adjust with spices to your liking. Serve immediately or store in a lidded in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- To create a richer vegan nacho cheese, add some nuts or nut butter.
- For a deeper flavor, add a spritz of tamari or soy sauce! You can also add chipotle powder, mustard, hot sauce or smoked paprika.
- Serve with tortilla chips, baked potatoes, pasta dishes or any other way you like!
- Find many more ideas and tips in the article.
Nutrition
Calories: 83kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 262mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g