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Vegan Grilled Cheese

featured in Recipes To Help You Cut Back On Dairy

This dairy-free version of the classic comfort food features melty vegan cheese between two slices of crispy bread, with a side of tomato soup for dipping.

Rachel Gaewski
Tasty Team
May 14, 2023
83% would make again

Under 30 minutes

Vegan Grilled Cheese

Inspired by itdoesnttastelikechicken.com

Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • ½ cup cashews (65 g)
  • 1 medium carrot, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 2 tablespoons tapioca starch
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon turmeric
  • vegan butter, to taste
  • 8 slices white bread

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 119
  • Fat 5g
  • Carbs 14g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 1g
  • Protein 4g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a medium pot, bring 4 cups (960 ml) of water to a boil. Add the cashews and carrot and boil for 10 minutes, or until the carrot is fork tender.
  2. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cashews and carrot to a high-speed blender. Do not discard the cooking water.
  3. To the blender, add the nutritional yeast, tapioca starch, lemon juice, salt, garlic powder, turmeric, and 1 cup ( 240 ml) plus 2 tablespoons of reserved cooking water (discard any remaining water). Blend the sauce for 2-3 minutes on high speed, until completely smooth.
  4. Pour the “cheese” sauce back into the pot and stir with a spatula over low heat. Clumps should begin to form. Continue stirring for 2-4 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and stretchy. Remove the pot from the heat and set aside.
  5. Butter each slice of bread on 1 side. In a medium nonstick skillet, heat a dollop of vegan butter over medium heat. Once the butter begins to bubble, add a slice of bread, butter side down, and use a spatula to spread cheese sauce on top. Top with another slice of bread, butter side up. Cook for 2-4 minutes, or until the bottom of the bread is golden brown. Flip and cook for 2-4 minutes more, until the other slice of bread is golden brown as well, then remove from pan. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  6. Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
  7. Enjoy!
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