I like the way you think! And I have a solution. Let’s do this! The star of this (30-minute) vegan crudité is my 5-minute Macadamia Nut Cheese! Yes, 5 minutes. Unlike most other nuts, macadamia nuts don’t require soaking because they’re already so tender and soft. They blend up beautifully with just the help of a little water. Inspired by my Macadamia Ricotta, the cheesy flavor in this recipe comes from nutritional yeast, which is a vibrant yellow yeast that’s packed with vitamin B12. Delicious and healthy? Yes, please. Beyond nutritional yeast, you just need a little lemon juice, salt, and garlic powder. Fresh herbs add a hint of color and flavor, but they are not necessary. Once blended, your macadamia nut “cheese” is ready to enjoy! Yes, vegan cheese in 5 minutes – this is real life. It does, however, benefit from some time in the fridge, where it will stiffen and the flavors will develop. While that’s happening, prepare the rest of your vegetables. I LOVE the flavor and texture of the nut cheese with roasted vegetables, so I went with beets and carrots, which sweeten and caramelize when roasted. But you can also just stick to raw vegetables if you prefer to keep your oven off. I hope you all LOVE this nut cheese + crudité! It’s: EasyFastHealthyFlavorfulFreshPortable& DELICIOUS This is the perfect meal or appetizer for things like BBQs, picnics, and happy hours. I think it’s a good amount for 4-6 people as a snack. Or two people could easily split this as a meal and be very satisfied. In addition to the nut cheese, you can also serve this with hummus (I share several recipes below), baba ganoush, crackers, and roasted nuts. If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram so we can see what you come up with. Cheers, friends!
