Vegan Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in a guilt-free comfort food favorite with this Vegan Broccoli with Cheese Sauce—a plant-based twist on a classic side dish. Tender-crisp broccoli florets are perfectly cooked and paired with a silky, dairy-free cheese sauce made from creamy soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and zesty seasonings. This easy recipe gets its rich, cheesy flavor from wholesome ingredients like garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of lemon juice, ensuring every bite is packed with bold taste. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prepping, this vibrant dish is a nutritious crowd-pleaser that's ideal for vegan dinners, special gatherings, or everyday snacking. Serve warm and enjoy a simple, satisfying way to eat your greens while savoring the creamy decadence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Broccoli
- 0.5 cup Raw cashews
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Water
Instructions
Soak the cashews in hot water for 15 minutes. This softening will aid in creating a smooth and creamy sauce.
While the cashews are soaking, prepare the broccoli by cutting it into bite-sized florets.
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Drain the broccoli immediately and rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process. Set the broccoli aside.
Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a high-speed blender. Add the nutritional yeast, almond milk, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Blend the mixture on high speed until the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of almond milk at a time to reach your desired consistency.
Taste the cheese sauce and adjust the seasonings as needed.
To serve, place the cooked broccoli on a serving dish and generously drizzle with the vegan cheese sauce. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.6 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2087 mg | 91% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2081 mg | 44% | |
*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.
