Dairy-Free Cheesy Vegetable Medley

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and wholesome Dairy-Free Cheesy Vegetable Medley! This recipe showcases a colorful array of roasted vegetables—broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper—perfectly caramelized in the oven for maximum flavor. The star of the dish is a luscious, creamy, and completely dairy-free "cheese" sauce, crafted from nutritional yeast, almond milk, and a blend of bold seasonings including smoked paprika and onion powder. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep and ready in under 40 minutes, this plant-based, gluten-free side dish or light entrée is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and enjoy a guilt-free, cheesy indulgence that's perfect for vegan diets or anyone seeking a dairy-free alternative.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 cups cauliflower florets
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, red bell pepper, and zucchini. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat.

Step 3

Spread the vegetables evenly on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned, stirring halfway through.

Step 4

While the vegetables are roasting, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. In a small saucepan, over medium heat, add garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the nutritional yeast, almond milk, cornstarch, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk the mixture continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 6

Once the vegetables are roasted, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.

Step 7

Pour the dairy-free cheese sauce over the vegetables, gently tossing to coat them evenly.

Step 8

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1274.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	708.2

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1652.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 28.6g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 701.2mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2706.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.7%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 45.0%