Cheezy Mexican Quinoa – Vegan

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 12

Cheezy Mexican Quinoa - Vegan recipe for a healthy meal

by The Chefin Vegan

Prep

5 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

301

Sugar

Fat

14g

Cheezy Mexican Quinoa - Vegan is a healthy and flavorful meal, perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike. Quinoa, a superfood, is the main ingredient of this dish. It's a complete protein, which means it contains all of the essential amino acids your body needs. Quinoa is also gluten-free and can help regulate blood sugar levels. The accompanying vegan cheese sauce is made from raw cashews, blended with nutritional yeast and other ingredients to create a creamy and delicious cheese-like sauce. This dish can be enjoyed as a main or a side, and will satisfy your hunger while providing you with lots of essential nutrients.

Instructions

1.	In a blender, blend the raw cashews, water, lemon juice, nutritional yeast and salt until smooth. Set aside.
2.	In a pot, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
3.	In a separate pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the salsa for a few minutes.
4.	Combine the cheese sauce, quinoa and salsa in a large bowl. Mix until well combined.
5.	Serve hot.

PROS

This dish is a great way to get your protein, fiber and essential nutrients, all in one meal.

The vegan cheese sauce is a healthy alternative to traditional dairy cheese.

It’s also a flavorful and satisfying dish for vegans and non-vegans alike.

CONS

Quinoa can be expensive and may not be readily available in some areas.

Some people may not enjoy the taste or texture of quinoa.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is packed with healthy nutrients, including protein, fiber, magnesium, phosphorus, folate and iron.
Quinoa is also gluten-free and a great alternative to rice or pasta.
The vegan cheese sauce is a great source of vitamin B12, which is essential for vegans who may not get enough from their diet alone.

	1/3 cup raw cashews
	1 cup water
	1/2 lemon , juiced
	2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	1 cup salsa
	1 cup quinoa
	1 teaspoon olive oil