Chickpea Mac and Cheese Recipe
This chickpea mac and cheese delivers creamy comfort, bold protein energy, and zero patience for bland vegan stereotypes.
Velvety sauce hugs pasta for women who want strength, sass, and serious coziness.
Basically, it’s mac and cheese that meal-prepped itself emotionally.
Chickpea Mac and Cheese Recipe
A creamy vegan mac and cheese powered by chickpeas, creating a rich, protein-packed sauce with real comfort appeal.
Ingredients
Method
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Add chickpeas, plant milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, oil, and spices to blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Transfer sauce to a saucepan and warm gently for three minutes.
- Add cooked pasta and stir until evenly coated.
- Adjust seasoning and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 405 kcal
- Total Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 21 g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving, % DV)
- Iron: 26%
- Folate: 40%
- Magnesium: 22%
- Phosphorus: 28%
- Vitamin B6: 20%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Add smoked paprika for attitude.
- Blend longer for extra silkiness.
- Best enjoyed hot, confident, and without explaining chickpeas to anyone.
