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Parma Jonathan—Vegan + Nut Free Parmesan Sprinkles

May 17, 2015 By Sarah 4 Comments

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A few years ago I made a vegan parmesan using the typical nut + nooch combo.  David had just turned 2 at the time, and couldn’t say parmesan—he pronounced it “carma john.”  We made it fairly regularly for a long time, and then I got lazy and just made sure to add some extra salt on top of my pasta—not nearly as good!

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^^^ Bowl by Jeanette Zeis.
It occurred to me the other day that we could no longer make this yummy pasta topping, as it is full of nuts that Jonathan can’t have (read more about Jonathan’s allergies here).  And that’s when I came up with “Parma Jonathan.”  Nut allergy sufferers everywhere REJOICE!

parma jonathan // fried dandelions

I used toasted hemp seeds in this yummy topping and it is just as flavorful as my first version—plus it packs a healthy nutritional punch!  I sprinkled this on some delicious Avocado Basil pasta tonight and the boys devoured it.  It gives just the right salty bite that those sprinkles in that green foil can did (seriously, how in the world is shelf stable cheese a good idea?).  This makes a big batch—enough to last you a few weeks of pasta!

parma jonathan // fried dandelions

parma jonathan // fried dandelions

Next time you are invited to a dinner party where the host agrees to hold the cheese on the pasta (yay!), bring a batch of Parma Jonathan and offer to share!  Your friends will be amazed at how such a simple combination can taste so delicious.  Maybe they’ll finally understand how you can possibly live without cheese!

If you try this recipe let me know—leave a comment, share the link, or take a picture and tag #frieddandelions on your favorite social media platform!  It’s always great to hear and see from all you!  And if you’re not already, come follow me on Facebook.  I’m closing in on 1,000 followers and am planning an exclusive giveaway for Facebook followers once I hit 1K.  Think chocolate, nut (& seed) milk bags, and more—tell all of your friends!

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Parma Jonathan—Vegan + Nut Free Parmesan Sprinkles

Nut allergy sufferers REJOICE! Toasted hemp seeds provide just the right nutty punch for these nut free, vegan parm sprinkles!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Vegan Cheese
Author: Sarah De la Cruz

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c hemp seeds
  • 1/2 c panko bread crumbs I like Ian's brand, you can also use gluten free
  • 1/4 c nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 - 1 t salt (start with just the half and taste!)
  • 1/4 t garlic powder
  • 1/2 t onion powder

Instructions

  • Over medium heat, toast the hemp seeds and bread crumbs until just starting to brown.  
  • Place them into a food processor or the dry canister of your blender (I haven't tried this in a regular blender, just my Vitamix, but my guess is that it would work fine).  
  • Add the nutritional yeast, salt, garlic and onion powders.  
  • Pulse until the seeds and bread crumbs are broken up a bit and the texture is a bit sandy.
  • Serve right away.  Store leftovers in an airtight container.  I keep mine in the fridge, although I'm not sure that it's totally necessary.  I tend to err on the side of caution.

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  1. clulu says

    February 9, 2018 at 11:40 am

    did i ever tell u how much i love this? i make this all the time but only in small batches cuz it eat it all too fast lol

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    • Sarah says

      February 9, 2018 at 6:26 pm

      Oh, I’m so glad to hear that! Thank you!

      Reply

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    January 17, 2017 at 11:08 pm

    […] Nut Free Parmesan by Fried Dandelions […]

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  2. Baked Tofu Feta says:
    July 7, 2016 at 2:57 pm

    […] them, and definitely didn’t bother trying to make them at home (except for my nut free Parma Jonathan sprinkles).  I’m guessing you might feel the same way?  You won’t after you try my […]

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