Vegan Parmesan-Style Nut Cheese Seasoning (DF, GF)

Name: Vegan Parmesan-Style Nut Cheese Seasoning (DF, GF)
Cook time: 45MIN
Yield: 1

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45MIN

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This pantry-friendly savoury seasoning is made from lightly roasted walnuts, toasted sesame seeds, and nutritional yeast, blended with warming spices like mustard, paprika, and garlic. It adds a naturally rich umami flavour to your dishes, reminiscent of parmesan but entirely dairy-free.

Think of it as a functional seed and nut umami mix: deeply flavourful, nutrient-dense, and easy to use. Walnuts are a rich source of healthy fats, particularly omega-3s, which support heart and brain health. Sesame seeds contribute calcium and small amounts of iron, while nutritional yeast, a staple in plant-based cooking, is high in B vitamins and provides complete protein to your vegetables, pasta and soups.

ALLERGENS: NUTS, SESAME SEEDS, MUSTARD

Ingredients

60g lightly roasted walnuts

10g toasted white sesame seeds

7g nutritional yeast flakes

1/2 tsp asafoetida (or substitute with ¼ tsp onion granules)

1/4 tsp garlic granules

1 tsp mustard powder

1/4 tsp fine sea salt

Pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

Preheat the oven to fan 100°C (gas mark 1/2). Spread the walnuts on a baking tray in a single layer and roast for 30 to 45 minutes, stirring once halfway through. They should feel dry and lightly aromatic, but not browned. Set aside to cool.
Once cooled, gently rub the walnuts in a clean tea towel to remove some of the skins. This step helps reduce bitterness and improve texture.
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry frying pan over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove them from the pan as soon as they become golden and fragrant. Leave to cool completely.
Place the walnuts and sesame seeds in a spice grinder, mini food processor, or use a pestle and mortar. Pulse or grind until finely ground but still dry and fluffy. Avoid over-blending, as the oils can cause the mixture to clump.
Transfer the mixture to a bowl and stir in the nutritional yeast, asafoetida (or onion granules), garlic granules, mustard powder, sea salt, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Spoon into an airtight container and store in a cool, dry place. Use 1 to 2 tablespoons as a savoury topping on pasta, soups, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls.

Nutritional value per portion* / Calories: ~91 kcal, Protein: ~2.7 g, Fibre: ~8.5 g, Carbohydrates: ~2.7 g, Fat: ~1.3 g

*The nutritional values in these recipes are AI-generated estimates and should be used as a guideline. Actual values may vary based on ingredient brands, cooking methods, and portion sizes. For the most accurate information, please check product labels or consult a nutrition professional

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