This Vegan Queso recipe is so simple and easy to make. This recipe is oil-free and cashew-free giving you a perfect whole-food plant-based queso option. It’s a delicious appetizer that will have you dipping and craving more. Perfect for parties, gatherings, holiday events, and just “because”.

Mexican food is my absolute favorite food. So when I transitioned to a whole food plant-based diet I was in need of some new go-to recipes. This has become a recipe I make at least once a week.

While you can dip just about anything that you want in here, tortilla chips are always a good choice. But don’t forget about the veggies as well. Radishes, cucumbers, celery, and even carrots are all perfectly acceptable for dipping, too.

I also like to add this to tacos, on top of my salads, or even just stick my spoon in for a quick nibble. Don’t judge…it’s really that good!

How to make this Vegan Queso recipe

Making this vegan dip is actually part of the fun. Gather up the simple ingredients below to get started.

• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp miso
• 1 tbsp pickled jalapenos
• 1 sm pickle
• juice of 1 lime
• 1/2 cup walnuts
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/3 cup nutritional yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt (may add more to taste after blending)
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1 cup potato
• 3/4 cup carrots
• 1 clove garlic

Add potatoes, garlic, and carrots to a pot with water and bring to a boil.  Allow boiling until soft about 10 minutes.

Add the rest of the ingredients to a high-speed power blender (minus the potatoes, carrots, and garlic).  Blend to combine.

Once the potato mixture is soft strain and then add to the blender. Blend until nice and smooth.

Serve with chips or add to your favorite vegan Mexican food like tacos, quesadillas, or nachos.

What is vegan queso made of?

While recipes can vary, you’re typically going to have some sort of nut and spices to create the perfect flavor and taste.

What does vegan queso taste like?

It actually really tastes like queso dip. The consistency might be a little bit different overall but it still has a really great flavor.

Is guacamole vegan?

Just in case you want to whip up some guacamole as a dipper as well, rest easy knowing that it’s vegan, too!

Who says you only have to pick one recipe to dip into when you can easily have both?!

Don’t forget to add this vegan queso dip to your salads as well! I little drizzle can really go a long way.

More vegan recipes:

• Vegan Mexican Salad with Creamy Salsa Dressing
• Vegan Buddha Bowls