Attention all moms out there with picky eaters! If you’re looking for a way to get your kids to eat more veggies and get a cheese fix, we’ve got the perfect solution: Nuts For Cheese™’s Spicy Black Garlic Veggie Queso dip! Not only is it delicious and dairy-free, but it’s also loaded with fresh veggies and packed with flavor that your little ones won’t be able to resist.
First off, let’s talk about the star of the show – Nuts For Cheese™’s Spicy Black Garlic cheese. Made with organic cashews and infused with spicy black garlic, this cheese is a perfect blend of bold and zesty flavors that will keep your taste buds wanting more. And because it’s dairy-free, it’s a great option for kids with lactose intolerance or dairy allergies.
Now, let’s get to the good stuff – the dip!
Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a dairy-free queso dip featuring Nuts For Cheese™’s Spicy Black Garlic cheese:
Veggie Queso Dip Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 package (10oz) Nuts For Cheese™ Spicy Black Garlic cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños (replace with diced red pepper if you’d prefer mild)
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a saucepan, melt Nuts For Cheese™ Spicy Black Garlic cheese over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Once cheese has melted, add almond milk and stir until combined.
- Add diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapeños (or red pepper) to the cheese mixture, stirring until evenly distributed.
- Transfer cheese mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or your favorite dipping vegetables.
Once your dip is ready to eat, you can serve it up with your kids’ favorite dipping veggies – think crunchy carrot sticks, crisp celery, corn-on-the-cob, and colorful bell peppers – provide variety. And if your little ones are feeling adventurous, you can even try serving it with some plantain chips mixed with your tortilla chips for a little added crunch.
Can I make this ahead of time and freeze it?
Unfortunately, I wouldn’t recommend freezing this particular dip recipe as it may not hold up well during the freezing and thawing process. The Spicy Black Garlic cheese contains cashews and other ingredients that may separate and change in texture when frozen, resulting in an unpleasant consistency when thawed.
If you need to make this dip in advance, you could try refrigerating it instead. After baking the dip, simply transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days. When ready to serve, reheat the dip in the oven or microwave until heated through and it should hold up a lot better than if it met the freezer.
This dip is perfect whether you’re looking for an after-school snack to satisfy your pickiest of eaters or in need of a fun appetizer for your next family gathering. Nuts For Cheese’s Spicy Black Garlic Veggie Queso Dip is the perfect solution. The Spicy Black Garlic cheese adds a bold and zesty kick to the dip, while the diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapeños add a burst of fresh flavors. Happy Snacking everyone and let me know if you try this out!