Dairy-Free Cheesy Broccoli
Indulge in the creamy, irresistible flavors of this Dairy-Free Cheesy Broccoli, a vegan twist on a comforting classic! Perfectly tender-crisp broccoli florets are coated in a rich, velvety cashew-based cheese sauce infused with nutritional yeast, garlic, onion, and a hint of turmeric for a golden hue. This quick and wholesome recipe is packed with plant-based goodness, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal weeknight side dish or even a nutritious main course. With its dairy-free, gluten-free, and flavor-packed profile, this healthier alternative to traditional cheesy broccoli is sure to satisfy your cravings while impressing vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Cashews, soaked
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Begin by soaking 1 cup of cashews in water for at least 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator. Drain the water before using the cashews in the recipe.
Rinse and cut the broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric powder, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is vibrant green and tender-crisp.
Pour the cashew cheese sauce over the broccoli in the skillet. Stir well to coat all the broccoli pieces evenly with the sauce.
Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to heat through and thicken slightly.
Once heated, remove from heat and serve the Dairy-Free Cheesy Broccoli immediately.
Enjoy your dairy-free cheesy dish as a delectable side or a nutritious main course!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.2 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2509 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.6 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 1387 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
