Prepare to revolutionize your breakfast game with these mind-blowingly delicious Easy Cheesy Vegan Grits that prove plant-based cooking can be both incredibly simple and outrageously tasty! Whether you're a seasoned vegan, a curious foodie, or someone looking to shake up their morning routine, this Southern-inspired dish will transport your taste buds to comfort food heaven without a single animal product in sight.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Southern
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup corn grits
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, pour the vegetable broth and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
- Slowly whisk in the corn grits, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Reduce heat to medium-low to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Continue stirring frequently to prevent the grits from sticking to the bottom of the pan. Cook for approximately 15-20 minutes, or until the grits have thickened and become creamy.
- Once the grits have reached a smooth, porridge-like consistency, remove from heat and stir in the nutritional yeast.
- Season with salt to taste, ensuring the nutritional yeast and salt are thoroughly incorporated for an even, cheesy flavor.
- Let the grits rest for 2-3 minutes to further thicken and allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve immediately in warm bowls, optionally garnishing with additional nutritional yeast, chopped herbs, or a drizzle of olive oil.
Tips
- Whisk Constantly: The key to lump-free, silky smooth grits is continuous whisking when adding the corn grits to boiling broth.
- Low and Slow: Maintain a gentle simmer to prevent scorching and ensure even cooking.
- Nutritional Yeast Magic: This ingredient is the secret weapon for creating that rich, cheesy flavor without dairy.
- Customize Your Texture: If your grits become too thick, simply stir in a little extra warm vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
- Experiment with Garnishes: Try topping your grits with roasted vegetables, fresh herbs, or a sprinkle of smoked paprika for extra flavor complexity.
- Make Ahead Friendly: These grits can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated with a splash of broth to restore their creamy texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
