Vegan Classic Nachos and Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate plant-based comfort food with our *Vegan Classic Nachos and Cheese* recipe—perfect for game day, parties, or a cozy night in. This quick and easy dish features crisp tortilla chips topped with a luxuriously creamy, dairy-free cheese sauce made from cashews, nutritional yeast, and a zesty blend of spices like garlic powder, cumin, and paprika. Finished in the oven for a warm, melty experience, these loaded nachos are then piled high with vibrant toppings such as fresh salsa, black beans, sliced jalapeños, creamy avocado, and a sprinkle of cilantro. Ready in just 25 minutes, this vegan nacho recipe is a flavorful crowd-pleaser that's also gluten-free. Whether you're looking for a snack or a shareable appetizer, these nachos deliver bold flavors and wholesome ingredients in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Tortilla chips
- 100 grams Raw cashews
- 4 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Water
- 1 cup Fresh salsa
- 1 cup Black beans, canned and drained
- 0.25 cup Sliced jalapeños
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 Green onions, sliced
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a blender, combine raw cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Spread the tortilla chips evenly on a large baking tray or oven-safe platter.
Pour the vegan cheese sauce evenly over the tortilla chips.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 7-10 minutes, or until the chips are warm and the cheese sauce is bubbly.
Remove the nachos from the oven and top with fresh salsa, black beans, sliced jalapeños, black olives, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and green onions.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Classic Nachos and Cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.6 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5023 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.2 g | 186% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 64.0 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 574 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3496 mg | 74% | |
*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.
