Vegan Cheddar Polenta
Creamy, savory, and packed with bold flavor, this Vegan Cheddar Polenta is the ultimate comfort dish for plant-based food lovers. Made with rich almond milk, melted vegan cheddar cheese, and a touch of nutritional yeast for extra umami, this recipe transforms simple polenta into a luscious, cheesy delight. Seasoned with garlic and onion powders and finished with a dollop of vegan butter, it boasts a perfectly smooth and creamy texture in every bite. Topped with fresh herbs like parsley or chives, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, Vegan Cheddar Polenta is perfect as a hearty side dish or as a versatile base for your favorite toppings. Whether you're catering to vegans or just seeking comfort food with a twist, this recipe is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Polenta (coarse cornmeal)
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Vegan cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegan butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives), chopped
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, bring 3 cups of water and 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Gradually whisk in 1 cup of polenta, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the polenta thickens, about 15 minutes.
Step 4
Stir in 1 cup of shredded vegan cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Step 5
Continue stirring until the cheese melts and all ingredients are well combined, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Add 2 tablespoons of vegan butter and stir until fully incorporated and the polenta is creamy.
Step 7
Remove from heat and let it sit for 2 minutes to slightly thicken.
Step 8
Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs before serving.
Step 9
Serve the vegan cheddar polenta hot as a side dish or as a base for various toppings.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1370.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1551.5 |
| Total Fat 52.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3524.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 227.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 31.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 914.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 583.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories