Plant-Based Vegan Nachos
This plant-based vegan nachos recipe is a tasty and healthy twist on the classic dish. With a hearty chili and flavorful cashew nacho cheese sauce, this dish is sure to please.
These plant-based vegan nachos with cashew cheese sauce are delicious. They are also a great source of protein, fiber, healthy fats, and vitamins and minerals. While they’re perfect for a casual party, snack, or meal, they’re also sure to satisfy even the most hardcore nacho lover. Give them a try and see for yourself how delicious and nutritious plant-based eating can be!
Plant-Based Vegan Nachos
Course: MainDifficulty: Intermediate4
servings15
minutes20
minutes35
minutesThis plant-based nachos recipe is a tasty and healthy twist on the classic dish.
Ingredients
- Chili
1 onion, chopped
1 tbsp ginger paste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp cajun seasoning
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 cans crushed tomatoes
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can dark kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can coconut cream or milk
1 tsp maple syrup
1 tsp salt
1 cup sweet corn, frozen
1 handful cilantro
Oil-free tortilla chips
- Cheese Sauce
1 cup cashew pieces, raw
1/4 tsp turmeric
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 tbsp dijon mustard
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
2 tbsp white miso paste
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
Instructions
- Chili
- Saute onions in a pan with 1 tbsp of water until translucent.
- Add ginger paste and garlic. Let simmer for a few minutes. Add additional water as needed.
- Add cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper. Stir until mixed.
- Add red bell peppers, tomatoes, and beans. Let simmer for
about 20 minutes. - Add in coconut milk, maple syrup, salt, and corn. Let simmer for 5 more
minutes. - Once done, sprinkle cilantro on top. To serve, layer corn chips,
chili, fresh veggies (lettuce, tomatoes, etc.), and cheese sauce. - Cheese Sauce
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add broth or water as needed to get the desired consistency.
Notes
- Add vegan refried beans and/or fresh and fried veggies (onions, bell peppers, etc.) to this dish as desired for additional flavor.
