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Zucchini mac and cheese topped with crumbs.

Zucchini Mac & Cheese (Gluten and Dairy Free)

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Servings 4 servings
Calories 432
Author Michelle

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Using a large pot, heat the avocado oil over medium heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and saute for 4-5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the carrots and cauliflower and saute for another 5 minutes or until lightly fork-tender. Lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the chicken broth, coconut milk, and apple cider vinegar into the pot and mix well to combine. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
  • Using a small bowl, whisk about 1 tbsp of water with arrowroot starch and pour it into the vegetable mixture. Stir to combine and add the nutritional yeast. Set aside to allow to cool.
  • While the sauce cools, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook the pasta until al dente. Set aside 1/3 cup of pasta water and strain the pasta. Toss the pasta with a bit of olive oil to prevent sticking.
  • Chop the ends off of the zucchini and grate with a grater, or food processor. Lightly salt the zucchini and pat to remove excess water. Set aside.
  • Add the cooked sauce to a blender along with the reserved pasta water. Blend until smooth.
  • Combine the cooked pasta, sauce, and zucchini in a pot and set over low heat for about 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the pasta and the zucchini to lightly soften.
  • Serve the pasta topped with a sprinkle of pork panko, seasoning further to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 42.9g | Protein: 8.9g | Fat: 25.3g | Fiber: 6g