Vegan Parmesan Cheeze

Welcome to my new favorite topping.

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Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

I had no idea this recipe was even going to happen until I made it for a [dairy-free] friend the other day and then 3 other friends, myself, and my husband all inhaled it.

Like, everyone was spooning it onto tortilla chips, sprinkling it on their already real-cheesed pizza, and using it as a salad topping.

Mind you, my husband previously despised nutritional yeast and was quite skeptical of this.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

While the idea of vegan parmesan is anything but new, I felt I could improve upon the recipe I made years ago.

So why exactly are we calling this parmesan? Well, parmesan is quite nutty in flavor with a nice bite and saltiness to it. This topping has all of those same qualities and can be used in the same exact way you would use parmesan. You know, as a topping for pretty much anything. While it obviously does not taste exactly like real deal fresh parmesan cheese, it is about one million times better than the powdery parmesan you shake out of a can.

And!!! It’s pretty much chock full of omega-3’s, protein, fiber, and iron.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

So after the first batch was inhaled, I realized I probably needed to make it again and actually write down the ingredient amounts.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

And now it’s being eaten on e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

On stove-popped popcorn.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

On roasted broccoli.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

Or just straight into my face.

Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree
Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

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Vegan Parmesan Cheeze

gluten-free, vegan // yields 3 cups

  • 1 1/3 cup raw walnut pieces
  • 1 cup raw sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup raw hemp seeds
  • 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1-3 teaspoons large grain sea salt, less if using fine grain

Preheat oven to 300* F and spread the sesame seeds evenly on a rimmed baking sheet and the walnuts on another. Lightly roast the walnuts for 10 minutes stirring once halfway through. Roast the sesame seeds for 12-16 minutes, until light golden brown, stirring 2-3 times. Remove and place in a bowl in the fridge or freezer until fully cooled.

Place all ingredients [starting with 1 teaspoon salt] in your large food processor [11 cup capacity works well] and turn on for about 8-10 seconds. Scrape the bowl and process for another 5 seconds or so. Taste and pulse in more salt to your liking. 

Store in a sealed container in the fridge for about 1 month [possibly longer]. Sprinkle on vegetables, salads, pizza, popcorn, pasta, etc. Shake before using.

notes: If you use a mini food processor I would process this in 3 batches. Avoid over-processing or the ingredients will heat, causing moisture, and will start to clump together. If you don’t have hemp seeds substitute 1/4 cup sunflower seeds and 1/4 cup almonds, or 1/2 cup pine nuts. I used 2 1/2 teaspoons of Celtic Light Grey sea salt. Do not roast the hemp seeds and always keep your hemp seeds stored in the fridge or freezer in an airtight container.

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Vegan Parmesan Cheeze | edibleperspective.com #vegan #glutenfree

No matter what your eating style is you need this little topping in your life. Game changer.

Ashley

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas with Sesame Dipping Sauce

Roasted kale chips are about to become a thing of the past.

Sugar snap peas are about to become your newest veggie love. 

Even more so if they come from your own garden.  Sadly, mine is covered in 12-inches of snow and doubly-sad, I have a black thumb.

Just look at them!  All shiny + green + crunchy!

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

Unroasted.

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

10 minutes later.

Only TEN minutes!

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

Absolutely perfect all on their own, but a little extra special with sauce on the side.

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

I highly recommend dipping the following roasted veggies in this sauce: carrots, kale chips [okay, still love them], asparagus, bok choy, mushrooms, and the list goes on.

Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

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Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce

gluten-free, vegan // serves 2

for the snap peas:

  • 1/2-pound sugar snap peas, ends trimmed
  • 1/2 tablespoon non-GMO sunflower/safflower/canola oil, or other high-heat safe oil
  • salt + pepper
  • gomasio or sesame seeds
  1. Preheat your oven to 450* F.
  2. Place snap peas on a rimmed baking sheet, then toss with the oil and a sprinkle of salt + pepper until evenly distributed.
  3. Roast for 6 minutes, flip once, and roast for another 3-4 minutes.  Snap peas will look puffed when removed from the oven but slightly deflate as they cool.
  4. Sprinkle with gomasio or sesame seeds, then serve immediately with the sesame dipping sauce.

for the sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons gluten-free tamari, or [gf] soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
  • pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
  1. Whisk ingredients together until fully combined. Do not sub another oil for the toasted sesame oil, as it has a very unique flavor.
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective
Roasted Sugar Snap Peas + Sesame Dipping Sauce // edible perspective

Boston, today you have my heart.  Sending love + thoughts to all. 

Ashley

overwhelming kindness– just a glimpse into how the city pulled after this horrific tragedy