Cinnamon Free Cashew Parmesan
If you've ever wanted a savory, cheesy topping that works on basically everything, this plant-based blend is about to become a pantry staple. Raw cashews get pulsed with nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and sea salt until they hit that perfect crumbly, Parmesan-like texture — no dairy, no fuss, no warm spices sneaking in. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to cinnamon, the ingredient list here is refreshingly clean and completely transparent, with zero hidden seasonings to second-guess. The nutritional yeast brings a deep, umami richness that makes this taste far more complex than four ingredients have any right to. The whole thing comes together in a food processor in under a minute, and the result stores beautifully in an airtight jar. Sprinkle it over pasta, roasted vegetables, soups, or salads whenever you want that salty, savory hit without reaching for a block of cheese.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, and salt in a food processor.
- 2
Pulse 10–15 times until the mixture resembles coarse, dry crumbs — roughly the texture of finely grated Parmesan. Stop before the mixture turns into a paste or butter.
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