Vegan Parmesan Broccoli
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Vegan Parmesan Broccoli recipe–a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that’s both nutritious and delicious! Tender roasted broccoli florets are drizzled with olive oil, seasoned to perfection, and crowned with a savory homemade vegan parmesan made from raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of smoked paprika for a bold flavor boost. This easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Serve it as a side dish bursting with texture or enjoy it as a light main course with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for added brightness. Loaded with healthy ingredients and dairy-free goodness, this dish is perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup raw cashews
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash the broccoli and pat it dry with a kitchen towel. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, making sure each piece is well-coated.
Spread the broccoli evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the edges are slightly crispy and the broccoli is tender.
While the broccoli is roasting, prepare the vegan parmesan. In a food processor, combine nutritional yeast, raw cashews, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
Pulse the mixture in the food processor until a fine, crumbly texture is achieved. Do not over-process as you want the mixture to resemble grated parmesan cheese.
After 15 minutes, remove the broccoli from the oven. Sprinkle the vegan parmesan mixture evenly over the roasted broccoli.
Drizzle the roasted broccoli with lemon juice for added zest.
Return the broccoli to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes to allow the vegan parmesan to adhere to the broccoli.
Remove from the oven and transfer the broccoli to a serving dish. Serve warm as a delightful side dish or enjoy it as a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
648 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1833 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.0 g | ||
| Protein | 25.4 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1807 mg | 38% | |
*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.
