Vegan Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese
Indulge in a creamy Vegan Sweet Potato Mac and Cheese that’s both nutritious and satisfying. This delightful dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with a velvety cashew-based sauce, creating a comforting meal that everyone will adore. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, it’s not only a crowd-pleaser but also an excellent way to sneak in some extra vitamins. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can whip up this dish in no time. Whether enjoyed as a main course or a side, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 cups sweet potatoes (cut into small cubes)
- 1 yellow onion (quartered)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (unpeeled)
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 lb macaroni pasta
- 1 cup unsweetened cashew milk
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
- paprika
- sea salt
- dried thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- On the tray, combine sweet potatoes, onion, and unpeeled garlic. Sprinkle with salt and drizzle with olive oil if desired. Roast for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Once roasted, peel the garlic and blend it along with the sweet potatoes, onion, cashews, nutritional yeast, spices, milk, and broth until smooth.
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Combine the pasta with the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- For an optional crispy topping, broil in an oven-safe dish for 2–3 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg