Nut-based cheese alternatives are trending, and for good reason. They allow for simple, healthy formulas that cater to both vegan and paleo consumers. Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces fit this mold with purely plant-based ingredients and a formula that’s free of preservatives, dairy, gluten, and soy.
Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces range from Nacho to Alfredo
Their flagship line includes four creamy varieties to suit an array of taste preferences. They all have the same baseline ingredients, but each flavor is spiced in its own special way.
Original Mild
Ingredients: filtered water, organic raw cashews, organic lemon juice, gluten free tapioca non-gmo nutritional yeast (not fortified), sea salt, organic garlic, organic citric acid (cassava), organic non-gmo sunflower lecithin and organic rosemary extract, organic nutmeg and organic crushed red peppers. Contains: cashews.*
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoon serving): 67 calories, 4g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 3g protein.*
Alfredo
Ingredients: filtered water, organic raw cashews, organic lemon juice, gluten free tapioca, non-gmo nutritional yeast (not fortified), sea salt, organic garlic, organic citric acid (cassava), organic non-gmo sunflower lecithin and organic rosemary extract, organic nutmeg and organic crushed red peppers. Contains: cashews.*
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoon serving): 67 calories, 4g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 3g protein.*
Jalapeno Queso
Ingredients: filtered water, organic raw cashews, peppers (jalapenos and/or serrano) organic lemon juice, gluten free tapioca, non-gmo nutritional yeast (not fortified), sea salt, organic garlic, organic onion, organic citric acid (cassava), organic non-gmo sunflower lecithin and organic rosemary extract. Contains: cashews.*
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoon serving): 64 calories, 4g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 3g protein.*
Nacho Queso
Ingredients: filtered water, organic raw cashews, pimentos (pimentos, water and citric acid), organic lemon juice, gluten free tapioca, non-gmo nutritional yeast (not fortified), sea salt, organic garlic, organic onion, organic citric acid (cassava), organic non-gmo sunflower lecithin and organic rosemary extract. Contains: cashews.*
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoon serving): 67 calories, 4g fat, 5g carbs, 1g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 0g added sugars), 3g protein.*
More Facts on Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces
Price: $6.99 per 16-ounce jar
Availability: Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces are available at select Whole Foods and natural food stores in the U.S. They are shelf-stable, but sometimes sold near the produce section. You can also purchase them online via their website below.
Certifications: We did not note any certifications on Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces.
Dietary Notes: By ingredients, Vegan Valley Cashew Cheeze Sauces are dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, grain-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, vegetarian, and paleo-friendly.*
For More Product Information: Visit the Vegan Valley website at www.veganvalley.net.
*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.Â
Nacho queso
It has a good consistency and does taste queso like. It’s just a little mild for me. I’d give it 4.5 stars if I could.
Nacho Queso
Yuck! I wish I hadn’t tasted this!