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    Home » Recipes » Sides & Appetizers

    Vegan Pimento Cheese Dip

    Published: Sep 7, 2021 · Modified: Jan 13, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    You need to have this Vegan Pimento Cheese Dip at your next gathering! It is perfect for sports, holidays, or parties. This totally vegan, 5 ingredient dip can be done in just 5 minutes!

    hand scooping pimento cheese in a bowl with chips.

    Since I was born and raised in the south, it is no stretch to claim that pimento cheese dip is a southern delicacy. It's incredibly simple, cheap, and easy to make. However, it has never been considered a healthy, and certainly not a vegan dish.

    Until now! In a traditional pimento cheese, the chopped pimentos would be just about the only plant-based ingredient in the dish. However, vegan food has evolved to a point such that there is a good-tasting alternative for every ingredient!

    Pro Tip: Throw this dip into Vegan Mac and Cheese just before its done for a tangy, melty, cheesy mac!

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • So Quick & Easy - Simple ingredients with no need for an oven or a stove!
    • Great for Entertaining - This dip is a hit for anyone! Cheesy, tangy, and savory makes this perfect for game days or parties!
    • Delicious & Customizable - Add or omit ingredients as you please to customize it!

    What you need for this recipe

    Ingredients and Substitutions:

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    • Vegan Cheddar Shreds - Any brand of vegan cheddar cheese shreds will work, but make sure you find a brand that you enjoy! The cheese flavor comes through in this dish, so don't use cheese you don't like on its own. I highly recommend VioLife.
    • Vegan Mayonnaise - Again, any brand will work here and most of them taste the same!
    • Vegan Cream Cheese - There are many vegan cream cheeses out there, I used plain for this recipe, but feel free to try a scallion or chive flavor! If you can't find vegan cream cheese, I would suggest using my cashew cream recipe!
    • Diced Pimentos - I bought mine jarred. You can also buy sliced pimentos and dice them yourself.

    How to make this recipe

    Step 1: Prepare Ingredients

    Begin by draining the jarred pimento peppers to get rid of the excess liquid. If you need to dice your peppers more finely, do so now.

    (Optional) Depending on the type of cheddar shreds you chose, you may want to roughly chop them so they they mix a little better.

    Step 2: Mix

    Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and use a fork to mix thoroughly. The fork will help break the pieces up and mix more seamlessly.

    • ingredients in a glass bowl before mixing.
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    • fully mixed bowl of ingredients.

    Season with garlic powder and salt and mix again.

    Step 3: Finishing Touches

    Scoop out into a serving bowl with crackers or use for a sandwich filling.

    Garnish with parsley or chives and enjoy!

    pimento cheese dip in a white bowl with chips around it.

    Expert Tips and Tricks

    • Use your creativity and customize this! Add raw or roasted jalapeños, vegan bacon, confit garlic, or other cheeses to make different variations of this dip.
    • I highly recommend using VioLife cheddar shreds for the best taste and texture. However, I believe Daiya also makes a good vegan cheese.
    • Serve this dip with crackers, chips, or toasted bread. Or, use it as the filling for a sandwich or even the cheese source for mac and cheese!
    • TIP: Save this recipe for April and throw a Master's Golf party with pimento cheese sandwiches and Vegan Egg Salad Sandwiches!

    Recipe FAQs

    How long does vegan pimento cheese last?

    This dip will last in for at least one week when stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. I do not recommend freezing this dip as it will change the texture of some of the products.

    Do you eat pimento cheese hot or cold?

    The great thing about this dip is that it is versatile! You can enjoy this as a cool dip on crackers and sandwiches or as a melty hot cheese dip for chips or sauces!

    Is pimento cheese vegan friendly?

    Traditional pimento cheese dip is not vegan-friendly as it consists of cheese and mayonnaise, which has eggs. However, this recipe does not use any animal products and it 100% vegan-friendly!

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    Vegan Pimento Cheese Dip

    You need to have this Vegan Pimento Cheese Dip at your next gathering! It is perfect for sports, holidays, or parties. This totally vegan, 5 ingredient dip can be done in just 5 minutes!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 373kcal
    Author: Emily

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl
    • Fork
    • Knife
    • Strainer

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz Vegan Cheddar Shreds
    • ¼ cup Vegan cream cheese softened
    • ½ cup Vegan mayonnaise
    • 4 tablespoon Diced pimentos chopped and drained
    • 1 teaspoon Salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    Instructions

    • Begin by draining the jarred pimento peppers to get rid of the excess liquid. If you need to dice your peppers more finely, do so now. 
    • (Optional) Depending on the type of cheddar shreds you chose, you may want to roughly chop them so they they mix a little better. 
    • Add all ingredients to a mixing bowl and use a fork to mix thoroughly. The fork will help break the pieces up and mix more seamlessly. 
    • Season with garlic powder and salt and mix again.
    • Scoop out into a serving bowl with crackers or use for a sandwich filling.
    • Garnish with parsley or chives and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Use your creativity and customize this! Add raw or roasted jalapeños, vegan bacon, confit garlic, or other cheeses to make different variations of vegan pimento cheese.
    • I highly recommend using VioLife cheddar shreds for the best taste and texture. However, I believe Daiya also makes a good vegan cheese.
    • Serve this dip with crackers, chips, or toasted bread. Or, use it as the filling for a sandwich or even the cheese source for mac and cheese!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.6g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 36.5g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 837.5mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.4g
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