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Creamy vegan queso with cashews and green chiles served in a bowl with tortilla chips for dipping

Vegan Queso with Cashews, Green Chiles and Taco Seasoning

Vegan queso is a quick, creamy dip with savory green chile and taco seasoning flavors. It is an easy choice for a smooth plant-based sauce or snack accompaniment.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 162
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 oz / 115 g can diced green chiles (or less, to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning (add a pinch of salt if it’s unsalted)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blend all ingredients on a high setting until the mixture becomes very smooth and creamy.
  2. Taste the queso and adjust the flavor to your preference.
  3. Serve as a chip dip, a sauce for roasted vegetables, or with tacos, burritos, and crunchwraps.

Notes

Some recipes suggest soaking the cashews, but a smooth and creamy result can be achieved without soaking when using a good blender. A high-speed blender works best, though a standard blender may still work with a slightly more textured result, and soaking the cashews can help if needed.