Vegan Mac & Cheese
Vegan Mac & Cheese is ultra-creamy, cheesy without the cheese, and full of plant-powered comfort.
Course: MainCuisine: VeganDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
8 ounces elbow macaroni
1 cup cashews, soaked
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/3 cup nutritional yeast
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup vegan butter
Directions
- Begin by cooking the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, and set it aside.
- In a high-speed blender, combine soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, salt, and pepper.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining, which takes about one to two minutes.
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the vegan butter and then pour in the blended sauce.
- Cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it begins to thicken, which should take about five to seven minutes.
- Add the cooked macaroni into the saucepan with the sauce, and stir well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Continue to cook for another two to three minutes until the pasta is heated through, then serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This Vegan Mac & Cheese is the ultimate plant-based comfort food. A velvety sauce made from soaked cashews, almond milk, and nutritional yeast clings to tender macaroni for a satisfyingly cheesy bite—without any dairy. It’s quick, wholesome, and perfect for weeknight dinners or indulgent vegan meal prep.
