Cheese Sauce Substitute

Prep: 5 min

A creamy, tangy cheese sauce substitute made from tomatoes or pimientos, perfect for macaroni and suitable for vegetarians seeking a flavorful alternative.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. tomatoes or 1/2 c. pimientos
  • 1 c. water
  • 1/3 c. lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. onion powder (optional)
  • 1/8 tsp. garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp. sesame seed (optional)
  • 1 Tbsp. yeast flakes

Instructions

  1. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
  2. Use as a replacement for cheese in macaroni.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

331 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.5g 23% DV
Total Fat 14.6g 19% DV
Carbs 44.9g 16% DV
Fiber 8.6g 31% DV
Sugar 3.4g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9745.3mg 100% DV
Potassium 737.5mg 16% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 20.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 13.1mg 15% DV
Calcium 164.3mg 13% DV
Iron 4.2mg 23% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal
Contains Sesame

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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