Description
This homemade vegan parmesan is nutty, savory, and cheesy thanks to a handful of easy to find ingredients. Lemon zest brightens it up while nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami quality without any added dairy. Sprinkle it over any dish that could use a cheesy flavor boost!
Ingredients
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- heaped 1/2 cup blanched almonds, or 6 tablespoons almond meal
- 2 tablespoons hemp seeds
- 5 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 small lemon, zested
Instructions
Combine the almonds, hemp seeds, nutritional yeast, salt, garlic powder, and lemon zest in a food processor or blender. Process until fine. Taste and add more salt if necessary.
Store your vegan parm in an airtight container in the fridge and use within a week for the best flavor.
Notes
- More almonds or sunflower seeds can be used in place of the hemp seeds.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smokey flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: condiment