Vegan Parmesan Cheese (nut-free option)

4.93 from 14 votes

Vegan Parmesan Cheese (nut-free option)

Easy vegan parmesan cheese, made in minutes with cashews, sunflower seeds or hemp hearts. It is oil-free, gluten-free & delicious. It is a versatile option for topping pasta, soups, pizza, popcorn, salads, and so much more.

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Plant-Based Cheese

Cuisine: American

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Servings: /4 cup

Author: Camilla

Ingredients

3/4 cup raw cashews or sunflower seeds OR 2/3 cup hemp hearts
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt more or less, as desired

Instructions

Place all of the ingredients in a small food processor or clean coffee grinder. Process until finely ground into what resembles fine bread crumbs or almond meal.
Use as you would traditional Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 weeks, the refrigerator for 2 months, or the freezer for up to 6 months.

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