Sunrabbit's Vegan Mac N Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Sunrabbit’s Vegan Mac N Cheese, a creamy and flavorful plant-based twist on a classic favorite. This recipe features tender elbow macaroni coated in a velvety, dairy-free cheese sauce made from blended cashews, nutritional yeast, and a medley of seasonings like garlic powder, turmeric, and lemon juice for a rich, tangy depth of flavor. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or satisfying cravings any time. With its wholesome ingredients like unsweetened plant-based milk and vegetable broth, it’s a healthier, guilt-free alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste. Garnish with a dash of paprika for a pop of color and serve warm for a plant-based mac and cheese experience that’s as indulgent as it is nourishing.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Elbow macaroni (or any pasta of choice)
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.33 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, oat)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground turmeric (for color)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups Water (for soaking cashews)

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with 2 cups of water. Soak for at least 2 hours or overnight. For a quicker method, pour boiling water over the cashews and let them sit for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.

Step 3

Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with the nutritional yeast, plant-based milk, vegetable broth, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add more plant-based milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.

Step 5

Pour the cheese sauce into a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring regularly, for 4–5 minutes until the sauce is warmed through and slightly thickened.

Step 6

Add the cooked pasta to the saucepan and toss to coat the pasta in the cheesy sauce.

Step 7

Serve immediately, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of paprika for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(581.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1978.6

Total Fat 55.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 321.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 307.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 17.8g
Protein 71.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.5mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1616.7mg	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: 24.8%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 61.0%