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.
Tasty Team
May 14, 2023
83% would make again
Under 30 minutes

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
- 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.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cashews and carrot to a high-speed blender. Do not discard the cooking water.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
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Inspired by itdoesnttastelikechicken.com