Imagine sinking your fork into a perfectly baked sweet potato, oozing with creamy vegan cheese and bursting with vibrant, tender broccoli - a dish that proves plant-based eating can be indulgent, satisfying, and downright delicious! This recipe transforms humble ingredients into a mouthwatering meal that will have even die-hard meat-lovers asking for seconds. Get ready to revolutionize your dinner routine with these irresistible Vegan Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Sweet Potatoes that are not just a meal, but a culinary experience.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Total Time: 50 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 cups broccoli, chopped
- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (218°C). Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
- Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking. Place potatoes directly on the oven rack and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until they are soft when pierced with a knife.
- While potatoes are baking, steam the chopped broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine vegan cheddar cheese and almond milk. Heat on low, stirring constantly until the cheese is melted and creates a smooth sauce.
- Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cheese sauce, whisking to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Once sweet potatoes are done, remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Carefully slice each potato lengthwise, creating a pocket for stuffing.
- Gently fluff the interior of each potato with a fork, then layer in the steamed broccoli.
- Pour the warm vegan cheese sauce over the broccoli and potatoes, ensuring even coverage.
- Return stuffed potatoes to the oven for an additional 5 minutes to heat through and slightly crisp the edges.
- Remove from oven, let cool for 2 minutes, and serve hot as a hearty and nutritious vegan main dish.
Tips
- Choose medium-sized sweet potatoes with smooth, unblemished skin for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure to pierce the potatoes multiple times to prevent potential steam buildup and ensure even cooking.
- Use fresh broccoli and steam it just until bright green to maintain its nutritional value and crisp texture.
- For the creamiest vegan cheese sauce, stir constantly and use low heat to prevent separation.
- Let the potatoes rest for a few minutes after baking to make them easier to handle and stuff.
- For extra flavor, consider adding nutritional yeast to your cheese sauce or sprinkling some herbs on top before serving.
- If you don't have vegan cheddar, you can substitute with cashew-based cheese or a homemade nutritional yeast sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg
