Hot, cheesy, spicy goodness with no dairy products. Is it possible? With the help of Daiya soy cheese, I am happy to report that it is.
I am super excited about this recipe. I have become known for my Chicken Quesadilla Dip. After my experiments with Artichoke Spinach Dip, I was itching to try it sans dairy. At first, I was just going to make it dairy-free, but then it just seemed silly not to replace the meat with corn and black beans.
I was nervous about it. So nervous, I didn’t take any pictures while I was making it. I was making a lot of changes to the recipe and I didn’t want to jinx.
After I tasted it, I regretted my decision.
We took it to a party last week and I purposefully didn’t label it as ‘vegan’ or ‘dairy-free.’ I took aside the two vegans at the party and let them on the secret. Together, we watched the dairy-eaters gobble down this dip. It was awesome.
This dip is a turning point. I feel that I am taking back appetizers with this dip. Being lactose intolerant, parties and potlucks are problematic. Can I tell there is dairy involved? When do I take my Lactaid? and of course, is this Lactaid-worthy?
Now, I just have to ask: Is there any left?
Vegan Quesadilla Dip
2 16 oz jars of salsa*
8 oz Canola mayonnaise
12 oz Tofu-etti Better than Sour Cream
2 packages of Daiya Soy Cheese (cheddar and/or pepper jack)
2 onions, diced (red and/or white)
10 pieces of jalapeno slices, diced
1 small can green chiles
1 can of black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can of corn, rinsed and drained
1 can of diced tomatoes, drained
- Mix all ingredients into a slow cooker.
- Cook on High for two hours or Medium for four hours.
- Enjoy with chips and fresh veggies!
Recipe Review: Yum. This was a huge hit at the party. I couldn’t believe how fast it went. People loved it with chips and they loved it even more with fresh veggies. Could this actually be a healthy appetizer? I think so.
OMG! I have to make this, soon… is it good for breakfast because that’s my next meal!
true indigo recently posted..Food over Frills
Oddly enough, I have had it in the morning. Pretty good for a mid-morning snack! Let me know about breakfast.
That looks divine! And I love daiya cheese! Great job!
Professor Vegetable recently posted..On Veganism and Spectacular Ice Cream
Thanks! I am getting more and more used to working with Daiya cheese. Great for hot dips like this!
I just recently heard about this new cheese Daiya, haven’t tried it yet but it is getting a lot of good feedback especially compared to other soy cheeses. Going to look for it. I want to make this dip. Thanks
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Hi Suzi-
Daiya cheese is really good. I think it’s a little hard to eat on its own- it almost tastes too cheesy- but in a dip like this, the salsa, beans, and corn helps cover that so you can enjoy the creaminess of it. Hope you enjoy it!
THANK GOD! How did you know that I need a new dip recipe?! Also, the fact that this is made in my favorite piece of kitchen machinery – slow cooker – makes it just that much better! Can’t wait to make this!!!
Molly@hungryhungryrunner.com recently posted..Hopped Up on Vitamin D
Looks gorgeous!! I can see why everyone was all over this at the party!
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts recently posted..Ghost Pops
Thanks Erin! It was fun to watch all the people who claim to not like healthy foods inhaling this dip. Mouhaha. Love tricking people!
What a great recipe, this looks so delicious!
Thanks so much Kelly.
Now that’s a testament to a great vegan recipe…this must be a winner!!!
PS…thanks for the sweet comment about my blog’s new look
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Yes! Even Manatee’s boss, who claims to hate all healthy food, loved it. The other great thing is if you wanted to make it non-vegan, just sub in regular shredded cheese and sour cream.
I never tried a vegetarian dip before, but this looks really delicious!
the food dude recently posted..Gone to Market, the Salcedo Weekend Market
Thanks! I promise that you won’t even miss the meat.
Looks delicious, can’t wait to make this one during Vegan Month!!!
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I am loving the idea of ‘Vegan Month’.
Wow – I would have never thought this was possible! …and it looks absolutely amazing! Nicely done (and I think replacing the meat with corn & black beans was brilliant!)
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Thanks Ann! Seems like a contradiction in terms, doesn’t it?
I always wondered if I could melt Daiya into a dip and I never thought to combine it with the softer Tofutti. Great idea!
Nikki @ The Tolerant Vegan recently posted..bread and tomato soup
To be honest, it was kind of a ‘oh-no-I-can’t-find-any-vegan-cream-cheese’ situation but I am so glad it happened! I liked it with vegan sour cream so much better than vegan cream cheese. It’s more creamy instead of overly cheesy-tasting.