High-Protein Vegan Mac And Cheese Without Cashews
This High-Protein Vegan Mac And Cheese Without Cashews is a creamy, plant-based comfort food made with white beans and nutritional yeast for a rich, cheesy flavor without nuts or dairy. It’s an easy, budget-friendly recipe that comes together with simple ingredients and makes a satisfying lunch or dinner the whole family will love.
Equipment
- 1 pot
- 1 high speed blender
- 1 Saucepan
Ingredients
- 8 oz (227gr) uncooked pasta use your favorite type of pasta
- 1 + ½ cup cooked white beans
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons tapioca flour (tapioca starch)
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 1 + ½ cup water room temperature
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.8 oz (227gr) uncooked pasta
- In a high-speed blender, blend the cooked white beans, nutritional yeast, tapioca flour, mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, salt, and water until smooth and creamy.1 + ½ cup cooked white beans, 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons tapioca flour, 1 tablespoon mustard, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder, 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1 + ½ cup water
- Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan and cook on medium-low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently until warm and stretchy.
- Drain the pasta and pour the sauce over it. Stir well to combine and serve hot. Garnish with basil, parsley, or red pepper flakes.
Notes
- For the creamiest sauce: Blend the white bean mixture until completely smooth. A high-powered blender will give the best silky texture.
- Don’t overcook the pasta: Cook it until al dente, so it stays firm and holds its texture in the creamy sauce.
- Adjust the thickness: If the sauce becomes too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your preferred consistency.
- Taste before serving: Adjust the salt, nutritional yeast, or other seasonings to taste.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 381kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 23gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 690mgPotassium: 398mgFiber: 14gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 8mg
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