Name: Chipotle Cauliflower Nachos
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped cauliflower for the chipotle cauliflower queso; 1 cup peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potato for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Chipotle pepper in adobo for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Nutritional yeast for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Garlic for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Olive oil for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Sea salt for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Water as needed, for the chipotle cauliflower queso; Tortilla chips for the nachos; Black beans for the nachos; Diced tomatoes for the nachos; Diced red onion for the nachos; Fresh cilantro for the nachos; Pineapple salsa or mango salsa for the nachos; Jalapeño optional, for the nachos; Lime wedges for the nachos

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook8 min

Total18 min

Servings6

DifficultyMedium

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Ingredients

1 cup chopped cauliflowerfor the chipotle cauliflower queso1 cup peeled and cubed Yukon Gold potatofor the chipotle cauliflower queso Chipotle pepper in adobofor the chipotle cauliflower queso Nutritional yeastfor the chipotle cauliflower queso Garlicfor the chipotle cauliflower queso Olive oilfor the chipotle cauliflower queso Sea saltfor the chipotle cauliflower queso Wateras needed, for the chipotle cauliflower queso Tortilla chipsfor the nachos Black beansfor the nachos Diced tomatoesfor the nachos Diced red onionfor the nachos Fresh cilantrofor the nachos Pineapple salsa or mango salsafor the nachos Jalapeñooptional, for the nachos Lime wedgesfor the nachos

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Equipment

Medium pot
Blender
Serving platter

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Method

01

Cook the vegetables

Cook the cauliflower and Yukon Gold potato until very tender.

02

Transfer to a blender

Transfer them to a blender.

03

Add the flavorings

Add chipotle, nutritional yeast, garlic, olive oil, salt, and enough liquid to blend.

04

Blend the queso

Blend until completely smooth and thick, like queso.

05

Arrange the chips

Arrange tortilla chips on a serving platter.

06

Add the queso

Spoon the warm cauliflower queso generously over the chips.

07

Add the toppings

Add black beans, tomato, red onion, and cilantro.

08

Finish with salsa

Finish with pineapple or mango salsa.

09

Add heat and brightness

Add jalapeño and lime if you want more heat and brightness.

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Tips

NoteBlend the queso until there is absolutely no cauliflower texture left. The smoother it is, the more convincing the whole nacho situation becomes.

NoteDon't skip the fruit salsa if you have time. Sweet pineapple against smoky chipotle is what makes this version memorable.

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Nutrition

AllergensCheck tortilla chips and nutritional yeast labels if needed

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Storage

Best freshThe queso keeps up to 3 days refrigerated; reheat it gently and build the nachos just before serving.

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Frequently asked

Can I make the queso ahead?+

Yes — it keeps up to 3 days refrigerated. Reheat it gently, adding a splash of water to loosen it.

Is it spicy?+

It's smoky more than hot. Use half a chipotle pepper for a milder version, or add a second for more heat.

Chipotle Cauliflower Nachos

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment