Dairy-Free Steak Nachos
Take your nacho game to the next level with these irresistible Dairy-Free Steak Nachos, a mouthwatering twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly marinated and seared slices of skirt or flank steak top a bed of crispy tortilla chips, while a silky homemade cashew cheese sauce, infused with nutritional yeast for that cheesy flavor, adds a rich and creamy touch—completely dairy-free. This vibrant dish is loaded with bold, fresh toppings like black beans, diced cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zesty cilantro, creating a colorful and satisfying comfort food perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a hearty dinner. Ready in under an hour, these gluten-free-friendly nachos are customizable and brimming with flavor, offering the ultimate indulgence without dairy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Skirt steak (or flank steak)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 10 oz Tortilla chips (dairy-free and gluten-free, if needed)
- 1 cup Cashews (soaked for 4-6 hours or boiled for 15 minutes)
- 0.75 cup Water
- 3 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 Jalapeño, diced (optional)
- 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 Green onions, chopped
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 Avocado, diced
- 0.5 cup Salsa (optional)
Instructions
Marinate the steak: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Coat the steak evenly with the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
Prepare the cashew cheese sauce: Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Set aside.
Cook the steak: Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the steak and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer if you prefer it more done. Remove the steak from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing it thinly against the grain.
Assemble the nachos: Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking sheet or oven-safe platter. Layer on the slices of steak, black beans, and cherry tomatoes.
Warm the nachos: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the nachos in the oven for 5-7 minutes, just until the ingredients are warm and the edges of the chips begin to crisp.
Drizzle with cheese sauce: Once warmed, remove the nachos from the oven. Drizzle the prepared cashew cheese sauce generously over the top.
Add fresh toppings: Sprinkle green onions, cilantro, diced avocado, and jalapeño (if using) over the nachos. Serve with salsa on the side or drizzled on top, if desired.
Serve immediately: Enjoy the nachos warm with all the toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 233.9 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.8 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 4714 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 348.5 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.2 g | 208% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.1 g | ||
| Protein | 211.7 g | 423% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 666 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 38.6 mg | 214% | |
| Potassium | 6145 mg | 131% | |
*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.
