Vegan Mac and Cheese

Traditional mac and cheese is often made with dairy products, but this vegan version uses cashews to create a creamy and cheesy sauce.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Vegan Mac and Cheese

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American, Plant-based Courses: Comfort Food, Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Macaroni
• 150 gram Cashews
• 30 gram Nutritional yeast
• 2 teaspoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a blender, combine cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, turmeric powder, salt, pepper, and water. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni and the cashew cheese sauce. Mix well to coat the macaroni.
5. Transfer the macaroni mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle panko breadcrumbs and paprika on top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 5g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.