Easy Vegan Mac and Cheese Recipe
A creamy, dairy-free pasta dish featuring a luscious cashew-based sauce with cheesy notes from nutritional yeast. Perfect cozy comfort in minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz elbow pasta
- 1 cup raw cashews soaked 20 minutes in hot water
- 1 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Blend cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, turmeric, garlic, salt, and pepper into a creamy sauce.
- Heat olive oil in a saucepan, pour in sauce, and simmer 3–4 minutes until thickened.
- Add cooked pasta, toss well, and adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot with optional sprinkle of chili flakes or parsley.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 420
- Total Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin C: 12%
- Calcium: 18%
- Iron: 16%
- Folate: 14%
- Potassium: 20%
Additional Notes & Tips
- Add smoked paprika for a smoky kick.
- Stir in spinach or broccoli for sneaky greens.
- Use whole-grain pasta for extra fiber.
- Reheat gently with a splash of almond milk to keep it creamy.