Fully Loaded Cruciferous Mac & Cheese

Fully Loaded Cruciferous Mac & Cheese

Fully Loaded Cruciferous Mac & Cheese

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Vegetarian

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Vegan

Gluten Free

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Vegetarian

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Vegan

Gluten Free

3 more

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Vegetarian

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Vegan

Gluten Free

3 more

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Vegetarian

VE

Vegan

Gluten Free

3 more

Protein: Supports muscle repair and growth.

Protein: Supports muscle repair and growth.

Healthy Fats: Promotes heart health.

Healthy Fats: Promotes heart health.

Fiber: Aids digestion.

Fiber: Aids digestion.

Creamy, protein-packed, and bursting with veggies, this dairy-free mac and cheese elevates comfort food. Quick to make, it's the perfect weeknight meal to boost your plant intake without sacrificing flavor.

Creamy, protein-packed, and bursting with veggies, this dairy-free mac and cheese elevates comfort food. Quick to make, it's the perfect weeknight meal to boost your plant intake without sacrificing flavor.

Creamy, protein-packed, and bursting with veggies, this dairy-free mac and cheese elevates comfort food. Quick to make, it's the perfect weeknight meal to boost your plant intake without sacrificing flavor.

Preparation Information

Total 30m

Prep 20m

Chill 0m

Cook 0m

Ingredients

250g 100% whole grain or bean pasta

4 cups chopped kale

2 cups diced tomatoes

1 cup carrots

½ cup raw cashews

¼ cup nutritional yeast or to taste

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon chilli powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon white miso paste

Serves 4

Ingredients

250g 100% whole grain or bean pasta

4 cups chopped kale

2 cups diced tomatoes

1 cup carrots

½ cup raw cashews

¼ cup nutritional yeast or to taste

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon chilli powder

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon white miso paste

Serves 4

Nutritional Information

Carbs

Carbs

48g

48g

Fats

Fats

14g

14g

Protein

Protein

14g

14g

Kcals

Kcals

420

420

Disclaimer

Disclaimer

Fats

enhances blood oxygenation.

Cashews are a great source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fats, which help lower LDL-cholesterol and boost HDL-cholesterol. Rich in minerals like copper, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, iron, and zinc, cashews are essential for a plant-based diet, ensuring adequate iron and zinc intake.

Beta Carotene

supports muscle health.

Carrots are rich in beta carotene (which converts to vitamin A), vitamin K, biotin, B6, potassium, and fiber. They're also high in lutein, an antioxidant important for eye health, especially prevalent in yellow and orange carrots.

B Vitamins

Boosts immune function

Nutritional yeast is a complete protein, containing all nine essential amino acids essential for human health. It's also rich in B vitamins, including thiamine (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), B6, and B12, which are crucial for energy and brain function.

Method

1

Cook the Pasta

Prepare the pasta according to the directions on the package, then set aside. Do not over cook, aim for al dente.

2

Sauté the Vegetables

In a large pan, sauté the kale, tomatoes, and broccoli until lightly cooked. Use 1-2 tablespoons of water at a time if needed to keep the veggies from sticking to the pan.

3

Prepare the Sauce

In a blender, combine the water, cashews, nutritional yeast, turmeric, black pepper, paprika, chilli powder, garlic powder, and miso paste. Blend until smooth.

4

Combine and Serve

Add the sautéed vegetables to the pot with the cooked pasta. Pour the cashew sauce over the mixture and stir well. Cook the dish lightly until the sauce warms up, then serve immediately.

5

Toppers

Keeping the dish vegan and topping with an extra helping of nutritional yeast tastes rich and nourishing - however, if you want a slightly more indulgent touch - try topping with mozzarella balls, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and grilling until melted.

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Iron

Protein

Protein

Magnesium

Healthy Fats

Healthy Fats

Vitamin C

Fibre

Fibre