I made this, and we loved them! New staple in my skimpy recipe box! But, there was a bit of cheese sauce leftover, probably enough for 2 more potatoes... I'm not creative enough, but can you suggest another meal/food this sauce would go with? I'd love to double it next time and have enough sauce for a different meal. Suggestions?
Do you dream of an irresistible savory, surprisingly cheesy, creamy, nut-free, oil-free, and gluten-free vegan mac and cheese to cure you of your insatiable cravings for the real deal? Fear not, because the ultimate recipe is finally here, and you won't believe how surprisingly healthy it is for you- considering it is sweet potato and tahini based!
Vegan Roasted Sweet Potato Cheese Dip
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There are few nights when I come home after a long day and don't want to dive head first into a giant bowl of mac and cheese. And while avocado mac can satisfy this craving, I wanted to create a vegan mac and cheese recipe that was closer in appearance to a classic mac and cheese that would also be suitable for my friends with all kinds of dietary restrictions. This sweet potato mac tastes shockingly similar to the classic mac 'n cheese I used to love before going vegan. Being the sweet potato and tahini enthusiast that I am, why wouldn't I combine two of my favorite ingredients to create an irresistible cheese sauce?!
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*For my favorite super smooth, authentic tahini sourced from the Middle East, check out SoCo Tahini!**You may wish to roast or cook the sweet potato at this time. You can pierce 1-2 sweet potatoes with a fork and roast them for about an hour at the same temperature. The quicker way is to boil the sweet potatoes. Peel and dice them, then bring a pot of water to boil. Place potatoes in and simmer, covered for 15 mins, or until fork-tender.
I love this! It came out so good. I used Banza chickpea shells. My roommate thought the tahini flavor was too intense but I thought it was very well rounded. It's not giving me cheese vibes, it's definitely it's own thing. Savory, sweet, garlic-y, yum. Will be making it again ?
I have been wanting to feel well enough to make this, and today is the day. I am curious as to if I can refrigerate or freeze the sauce/dish for future use/meal prep? Thank you so much for providing a vegan mac and cheese that does not include nuts! You have made my day.
I didn't have macaroni on hand, so I made this with penne pasta. I loved the combination of roasted sweet potato and garlic! The sauce was rich and creamy, and came together quickly and easily. This was a winner!
I have yet to find a good vegan mac and cheese recipe and I think this may be the one! This seems fairly easy to make. Love the idea of sweet potato and cashews in the recipe. Thank you so much for sharing!
Vegan crispy quesadillas packed with roasted sweet potato and lentils in a smoky-spicy tomato sauce and oozing vegan cheese. Topped with lots of vegan sour cream and fresh coriander. Ready in 45 minutes.
This recipe hinges on creating a delicious, oil-free vegan cheese sauce. While a traditional mac and cheese will use dairy cheese, I wanted this to be 100% plant-based. Therefor, I used roasted sweet potatoes as the base for my creamy sauce. Then, I added roasted cashews and nutritional yeast for extra richness and umami flavor. A dash of garlic powder adds another layer of flavor.
Nutritional Yeast: Nutritional Yeast adds cheesy, umami flavor to many vegan recipes. Use it sauces, soups, stews, dressing, mashed potatoes, and stuffed sweet potatoes. Besides great flavor, it has healthy protein and essential vitamins like B-12.
Sweet potatoes are my absolute favorite and your roasted rosemary power bowl is absolutely amazing! This looks so delicious and full of flavor. I love the combination of colors, flavors and textures ?
// Mexican Sweet Potatoes w/ 5 Minute Mexican Tahini SauceBrandi DomingAn incredibly easy, delicious appetizer or side that is bursting with Mexican spices. This sauce is so addicting, it would also be incredible on tacos, burritos, salads, etc. Best part is it only takes 5 minutes to make!#wprm-recipe-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-full svg * fill: #009882; #wprm-recipe-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-33 svg * fill: url(#wprm-recipe-rating-0-33); #wprm-recipe-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-50 svg * fill: url(#wprm-recipe-rating-0-50); #wprm-recipe-rating-0 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-66 svg * fill: url(#wprm-recipe-rating-0-66); linearGradient#wprm-recipe-rating-0-33 stop stop-color: #009882; linearGradient#wprm-recipe-rating-0-50 stop stop-color: #009882; linearGradient#wprm-recipe-rating-0-66 stop stop-color: #009882; 5 from 23 votes Print Recipe Pin Recipe Prep Time 10 minsCook Time 27 minsTotal Time 37 mins Yields 1 Ingredients2 large sweet potatoes peeled & chopped into 1/2 inch cubesSprinkle the potatoes with salt chili powder & cuminMexican Tahini Dip1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon cumin powder1 teaspoon chili powder1/4-1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (this will depend if your tahini is salted)2 tablespoons (30g) fresh lime juice3 tablespoons (48g) tahini2 teaspoons maple syrup (don't omit, it balances the acidity and enhances the spice flavor)1 1/2 tablespoons (22g) waterInstructions Preheat an oven to 415F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. Do not use foil, it will burn! Peel and chop the sweet potatoes and spread out evenly on the prepared pan. If you want to use a little nonstick spray or oil, feel free, I did not, but if you do they will cook slightly faster. Season generously with salt, chili powder and cumin. (I just eyeballed it) Bake for about 25 minutes until fork tender. Turn broil on for just a couple of minutes to brown the tops, watching closely to not burn.While potatoes are baking, prepare the dip. Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and whisk really well with a fork for a couple of minutes until the dip is thick and smooth. Taste and add any more chili powder or spices if you want it extra spicy. If you want the dip thinner, add just a little more water, keeping in mind that it will dilute the flavor some. Serve the potatoes with the tahini dip and devour. Tried this recipe?Tag @thevegan8brandi on Instagram and use tag #thevegan8! 2ff7e9595c
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