Elevate your appetizer game with Dairy-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food! Crispy roasted russet potato cubes are seasoned to perfection with a tantalizing blend of garlic, onion, paprika, and black pepper before being smothered in a rich, creamy dairy-free cheese sauce made with cheddar shreds, nutritional yeast, and a splash of plant-based milk. Finished with vibrant layers of tangy tomato salsa, fresh cilantro, and green onions, this recipe delivers bold flavor in every bite while catering to dairy-free and vegan diets. Perfect for sharing at parties or savoring as a snack, these fiesta potatoes are quick to prepare and ready in under an hour, making them an irresistible addition to any menu.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut them into 1-inch cubes for even cooking.
Place the potato cubes in a large mixing bowl. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss until the potatoes are well-coated with the seasonings.
Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the dairy-free cheese shreds, dairy-free milk, nutritional yeast, and cornstarch.
Stir the mixture constantly over medium heat until the cheese shreds melt and the sauce thickens. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat once the desired consistency is reached.
Once the potatoes are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter.
Drizzle the dairy-free cheese sauce over the crispy potatoes evenly.
Top with tomato salsa, freshly chopped cilantro, and sliced green onions.
Serve hot and enjoy your Dairy-Free Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes!
Calories |
2510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 104.3 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.3 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4722 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.8 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.1 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 2188 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 18.2 mg | 101% | |
| Potassium | 7892 mg | 168% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.