Vegetarian Parmazano Cheese
Elevate your plant-based culinary creations with this quick and easy recipe for Vegetarian Parmazano Cheese! Made with just four simple ingredients—raw cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and sea salt—this vegan cheese alternative delivers a rich, nutty flavor and crumbly texture reminiscent of grated Parmesan. Perfect for topping everything from pasta and salads to popcorn and roasted veggies, this dairy-free cheese is ready in just 5 minutes using a blender or food processor. With its long shelf life in the fridge, it’s your go-to seasoning for adding a savory, cheesy touch to any dish. Enjoy this wholesome, gluten-free recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 4 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
Instructions
Add the raw cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and sea salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Pulse the mixture until it forms a fine, crumbly texture similar to grated Parmesan cheese. Be careful not to over-process, as the cashews may turn into a paste.
Taste the mixture and adjust the salt or garlic powder as needed to suit your preference.
Transfer the Vegetarian Parmazano Cheese to an airtight container or mason jar for storage.
Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 weeks and use as a topping for pasta, salads, popcorn, or any dish that could use a burst of cheesy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
718 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1196 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1174 mg | 25% | |
*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.
