Smoky Carrot Dogs With Nacho Sauce Recipe

Name: Smoky Carrot Dogs With Nacho Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup raw cashews; 8 large carrots, rinsed; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce; 2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional); 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1/4 cup jarred salsa; 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk; 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon water; 8 whole-wheat hot dog buns, lightly toasted; 2 small jalapenos, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup diced red onion

Servings: persons

3/4 cup raw cashews
8 large carrots, rinsed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce
2 teaspoons liquid smoke (optional)
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 cup jarred salsa
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon water
8 whole-wheat hot dog buns, lightly toasted
2 small jalapenos, thinly sliced
1/4 cup diced red onion

1
Place cashews in a bowl with water to cover by 1 inch. Let stand 8 hours or overnight.
2
Preheat oven to 450u00b0F. Line a 13- x 9-inch baking dish with aluminum foil. Trim ends from carrots to fit hot dog buns. Using a vegetable peeler, peel carrots, and round edges to create a hot dog shape.
3
Place oil, tamari, liquid smoke (if desired), paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in a small bowl. Stir with a whisk. Place carrots in a single layer in prepared baking dish. Pour oil mixture over carrots; rub to coat on all sides. Bake at 450u00b0F for 35 minutes, tossing every 15 minutes.
4
Drain cashews. Place cashews, jarred salsa, almond milk, yeast, cayenne pepper, cumin, turmeric, and salt in a high-powered blender. Process until creamy, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in up to 1 tablespoon water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
5
Place 1 roasted carrot in each bun. Top each with 2 tablespoons nacho sauce; top evenly with jalapeno slices and diced red onion.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup raw cashews, 8 large carrots, rinsed, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Smoky Carrot Dogs With Nacho Sauce falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Smoky Carrot Dogs With Nacho Sauce

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