Loaded Cauliflower Nachos With Cashew Queso

Not only are these vegan Loaded Cauliflower Nachos great for a party, but they’re simple enough for a weeknight meal! Don’t forget the creamy cashew queso.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 medium head cauliflower
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 cup raw cashews
• 1/2 cup carrots, chopped into 1/2-inch chunks
• 3/4 – 1 cup Silk Unsweetened Cashewmilk
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons salsa
• 1 teaspoon miso paste (optional)
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne

pepper

Salt & pepper, to taste

1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed

1/4 cup corn

1/2 bell pepper, diced

1 Roma tomato, diced

2 tablespoons red onion, diced

1/2 jalapeño, sliced (optional)

Read : Vegan Zucchini 'Meatballs'

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. Break cauliflower into florets, Slice into 1/4-inch slices. Place on a baking sheet; season with 1/2 teaspoon cumin and chili powder. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
3. In a small pot, add cashews and carrots; cover with water. Bring to a boil; boil for 15 minutes. Drain.
4. To a blender, add cashews, carrots, 3/4 cup Cashewmilk, nutritional yeast, salsa, miso (if using), garlic, onion powder, turmeric, cayenne pepper, and a touch of salt & pepper. Blend until smooth; add more Cashewmilk for a thinner sauce.
5. Arrange cauliflower on a plate or serving tray. Top with black beans, corn, bell pepper, tomato, red onion, and jalapeño. Drizzle with cashew queso sauce. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

Source emilieeats.com

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