Vegan Parmesan Substitution
Elevate your plant-based cooking with this quick and easy Vegan Parmesan Substitution—a delightfully savory and cheesy alternative that's ready in just 5 minutes! Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and sea salt, this dairy-free parmesan is packed with umami flavor and a subtle nutty richness. The recipe's crumbly texture mimics traditional parmesan, making it the perfect vegan topping for pasta, pizza, salads, soups, and more. With no cooking required and a generous yield to last up to two weeks in the fridge, this homemade vegan parmesan is a must-have for any dairy-free kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 4 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and sea salt into a food processor or high-speed blender.
Step 2
Pulse the ingredients together until a fine, crumbly texture is achieved. Be careful not to over-blend, as the mixture can turn into a paste.
Step 3
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt or garlic powder for extra flavor, if desired.
Step 4
Transfer the vegan parmesan into an airtight container or jar for storage.
Step 5
Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks and use as a topping on your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (137.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 718.2 |
| Total Fat 49.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1196.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 6.9g | |
| Protein 33.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 45.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1173.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories