Dairy-Free Classic Rotel Dip
Elevate your party snack game with this irresistible Dairy-Free Classic Rotel Dip—a creamy, flavor-packed take on the traditional favorite that's perfect for vegans and dairy-free eaters! This recipe combines the bold zest of Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, the richness of almond milk and cashew butter, and a savory kick from smoked paprika and cumin. Nutritional yeast creates a cheesy flavor without dairy, while fresh cilantro and green onions add a vibrant touch. For a non-vegan option, crumbled sausage makes a hearty addition. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dip is ideal for game days, potlucks, or casual gatherings. Serve it warm with crispy tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing snack that’s creamy, spicy, and undeniably delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), undrained
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage (optional for non-vegan version)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup cashew butter
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 bag tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), including the juice. Stir to combine.
If using, add the cooked and crumbled sausage to the skillet and stir well.
In a separate medium saucepan, combine the almond milk and cashew butter. Heat over medium-low, whisking constantly until the mixture is smooth and warm.
Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper into the cashew sauce.
Pour the cashew sauce into the skillet with the tomato mixture. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
Simmer on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the dip to slightly thicken.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
Serve the dairy-free Rotel dip warm with tortilla chips for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3873 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 292.5 g | 375% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.8 g | 414% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 35.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 167 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 5843 mg | 254% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 252.7 g | 92% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 94.0 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 882 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 3004 mg | 64% | |
*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.
