Whole30 Cheesy Fries
Indulge guilt-free with these Whole30 Cheesy Fries, a healthier twist on a comfort food classic! Made from crispy oven-baked russet potatoes and topped with a luscious, plant-based "cheese" sauce crafted from raw cashews and nutritional yeast, this recipe is perfect for those following Whole30, vegan, or dairy-free diets. The fries are golden and perfectly seasoned, while the creamy sauce bursts with savory, umami flavors, enhanced by garlic, onion, and a splash of lemon juice for tangy brightness. Ready in under an hour, these guilt-free cheesy fries make for an irresistible snack, side dish, or party appetizer. Packed with wholesome ingredients and a cheesy punch without the dairy, they’re the perfect blend of indulgent and nutritious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin French fry strips, about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the potato strips in a bowl and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the potato strips onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they bake evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
While the fries are baking, prepare the cheese sauce. Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes.
Drain and rinse the cashews, then add them to a blender with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, and water.
Blend the mixture until you have a smooth, creamy sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add more water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
Transfer the cheese sauce to a small saucepan and heat over medium-low for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. This will thicken and enhance the flavors.
Once the fries are done baking, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a minute or two.
Place the fries on a serving platter and drizzle generously with the warm cheese sauce.
Serve immediately, enjoy your Whole30 Cheesy Fries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1505 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.3 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2471 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 165 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 4275 mg | 91% | |
*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.
