Vegan Macaroni and Yeast
Indulge in the creamy, comforting goodness of Vegan Macaroni and Yeast, the ultimate plant-based twist on classic mac and cheese. This quick and easy recipe pairs al dente elbow macaroni with a velvety, dairy-free "cheese" sauce made from soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and a medley of flavorful seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, and Dijon mustard. The secret lies in the nutritional yeast, which adds a savory, cheesy depth to the sauce, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. Perfectly creamy and loaded with wholesome ingredients, this dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a weeknight dinner hero. Top it off with an extra sprinkle of nutritional yeast or smoked paprika for a gourmet touch your whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Elbow macaroni (or any short pasta)
- 100 grams Cashews, raw (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes and drained)
- 4 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 240 milliliters Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, oat)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 120 milliliters Water
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. Add the soaked and drained cashews, nutritional yeast, plant-based milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water into a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or nutritional yeast for flavor or more plant-based milk for a thinner consistency.
Return the cooked macaroni to the pot over low heat. Pour the blended sauce over the macaroni and stir until the pasta is well-coated and heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, chopped parsley, or a pinch of smoked paprika for color and flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1626 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.4 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2567 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.7 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 66.2 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 420 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1625 mg | 35% | |
*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.
