Spicy Vegan Butternut Queso
Pump up your fiesta with this delicious vegan queso that anyone can enjoy.
Spicy Vegan Butternut Queso Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 butternut squash, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil pinch sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1-1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2-3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1/2 garlic clove, finely minced
- 1/4 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup cashews, soaked in water overnight then drained and rinsed
- 2 tomatoes, deseeded and chopped
- Splash hot sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika, for garnish
OPTIONAL TOPPINGS:
- Black beans
- Chopped green onion
- Chopped cilantro
- Spicy vegan sausage
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking tray and add the squash pieces. Drizzle with oil, salt and ground cumin. Use your hands to toss the mixture together and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender and caramelized. Remove and allow to cool.
- Place the squash in a blender along with the milk, yeast, garlic, cayenne, cashews and tomatoes. Blend until smooth.
- Season well and add hot sauce to taste.
- Place into a bowl and sprinkle with paprika.
- Top it off with black beans, chopped green onion, chopped cilantro and spicy vegan sausage. Serve with your favourite Que Pasa chips.
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Que Pasa
Que Pasa was created out of love for making and sharing real food. Each product is made in the same way it’s been made in Mexico for generation, with just a few, simple ingredients. Que Pasa products are always organic, non-GMO, gluten free and vegan, so dig in and enjoy.
