Vegan Baked Cauliflower with Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Baked Cauliflower with Cheese—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that’s healthy, rich, and irresistibly creamy. Tender cauliflower florets are roasted to perfection and coated in a velvety homemade vegan cheese sauce made from nutritional yeast, cashews, almond milk, and a touch of turmeric for a vibrant golden hue. This dish is seasoned with a harmonious blend of garlic and onion powder, then finished with a sprinkle of paprika and fresh chives for added flavor and visual appeal. Perfect as a savory main course or a delightful side dish, this dairy-free and gluten-free recipe is easy to prepare, taking just 20 minutes to prep before baking to bubbly, golden goodness. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a wholesome recipe guaranteed to satisfy vegan and non-vegan palates alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Chives, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Cut the cauliflower into florets and wash thoroughly.

Step 3

Transfer the cauliflower florets to a large baking dish and drizzle with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.

Step 4

In a blender, add the nutritional yeast, raw cashews, almond milk, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry, then add to the blender and blend for another 30 seconds to combine.

Step 6

Pour the cheese sauce over the cauliflower in the baking dish, ensuring all the florets are well coated.

Step 7

Sprinkle paprika over the top for added color and flavor.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 9

After 30 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the top to become golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot as a delicious main dish or a side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1080.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1237.3

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3455.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 98.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 45.3g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 632.8mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 3191.1mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 29.9%