Loaded Plantain Nachos with Cashew Cheese and Guacamole

For the Plantain Chips

• 2 green plantains, peeled and thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp avocado or coconut oil
• ½ tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Cashew Cheese Sauce

• 1 cup raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 15 mins if not already soft)
• ¾ cup water
• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp turmeric (for color)
• Salt to taste

Other Toppings

• 1 cup cooked black beans
• ½ cup guacamole (mashed avocado, lime juice, salt, diced onion, cilantro)
• ¼ cup dairy-free sour cream (store-bought or coconut yogurt + lemon juice + salt)
• ¼ cup green salsa or tomatillo sauce
• 1 scallion, chopped
• Optional: sautéed mushrooms, grilled jackfruit, or smoked tofu (soy-free variety)