What are the best vegan cheese options for risotto?
The best vegan cheese options for risotto are nutritional yeast, soy cream, and mixed seeds. Nutrit Lees meer
What cheese can I use instead of Parmesan in risotto?
Noëlle Hondeveld
2025-10-04 01:46:24
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In many risottos cheese, usually Parmesan cheese, is added at the end for flavour rather than as a thickening agent and it is the rice that thickens the risotto.
So it is possible to make a risotto and omit the cheese element, unless there is a very large amount of cheese in the recipe.
The quantity of Parmesan cheese used is quite small and can be omitted, though you may find that the risotto needs a tiny pinch of salt as extra seasoning as Parmesan is quite salty.
Floor Schouten
2025-09-25 00:59:01
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You can use nutritional yeast, soy cream, mixed seeds or miso paste to replace Parmesan in risotto.
Vegan cheese made from coconut oil is another option, with brands like Violife and Follow Your Heart available.
Cashew cream-based vegan cheeses, such as those from Muka, are also a good alternative.
Making homemade cashew cream is another option, which can be more budget-friendly and allows for customization of the flavor profile.
Homemade cashew cream can be made by blending cashews until smooth and then straining them.
Cashew cream cheeses and homemade cashew cream are great alternatives to replace Parmesan.
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Lily van Vliet
2025-09-25 00:27:40
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Pecorino Romano is one of the best Parmesan cheese substitutes.
This Italian cheese is made from sheep’s milk and has a slightly saltier and tangier flavor with a more robust profile.
It has a firm texture, perfect for grating over pasta, risotto, or salads.
Grana Padano is another ideal substitute for Parmesan cheese.
You can sprinkle nutritional yeast over pasta, popcorn, and salads or mix it into sauces and soups for a rich, cheesy flavor without any dairy.