How to Use nutritional yeast in a Sentence

nutritional yeast

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  • Drain the cashews and add to a blender or food processor with lemon juice and nutritional yeast.
    — Nina Lincoff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024
  • Parmesan or even a pinch of nutritional yeast adds extra oomph.
    — Sara Franklin, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Sprinkle it with nutritional yeast for a cheese-like umami boost.
    — Cathryne Keller, SELF, 22 Dec. 2023
  • Soy sauce is also used with tofu and nutritional yeast can add a cheesy flavor and crunch.
    — Clare Mulroy, USA TODAY, 26 Mar. 2024
  • Add nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, and blend until very smooth.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2025
  • Then toss the tofu with nutritional yeast and brown slightly.
    — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 6 July 2026
  • Add some turmeric and nutritional yeast to give it a yellow color.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 14 Apr. 2026
  • Vegans swear by adding nutritional yeast to their recipes for a cheesy flavor — minus the dairy.
    — Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 3 Mar. 2024
  • Transfer to a blender with the nutritional yeast and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • That being said, there's no single group that nutritional yeast is designed for, so anyone can eat it.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 16 Feb. 2026
  • In addition to fresh basil, olive oil, almonds, and garlic, her pesto was spiked with nutritional yeast and lemon juice.
    — Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 8 Dec. 2025
  • Some of the most common are nutritional yeast, non-dairy milks, cereal, or tempeh.
    — Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 30 May 2023
  • Once the pesto is processed, stir in 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast.
    — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 June 2026
  • Sprinkle with nutritional yeast for a cheesy-like taste and a boost of nutritional value.
    — Jamie Johnson, Verywell Health, 6 Feb. 2025
  • Whip up a hash brown, two breakfast sausages and two eggs mixed with spinach, cottage cheese and some nutritional yeast and ketchup before a quick team meeting.
    — R29 Team, refinery29.com, 23 Sep. 2024
  • Toss it with roasted pumpkin seeds and season with parmesan cheese, nutritional yeast, or your favorite spice blend.
    — Lindsey Desoto, Health, 30 June 2026
  • Blend into pesto or pulse them with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free Parmesan, or use them as a crust for tofu or veggies.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 3 Nov. 2025
  • Safety, benefits and what to know Is there any downside to nutritional yeast?
    — Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2024
  • Pair it with potato chips fried by the handful in a Dutch oven pot, and finish it with a sprinkling of kosher salt and nutritional yeast.
    — Kendra Nordin Beato, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Dec. 2025
  • Prepare it as kale chips with cheese, garlic powder, and nutritional yeast, Darlow says.
    — Addison Aloian, Women's Health, 12 July 2023
  • Evan, who had never heard of or tasted nutritional yeast, was blown away by the hippified seasoning.
    — Sarah Fritsche, San Francisco Chronicle, 1 Oct. 2018
  • Add the salt, pepper, nutritional yeast, garlic, and herbs, stirring gently.
    — CBS News, 21 Nov. 2025
  • At night, the nutritional yeast can add a cheesy, umami flavor to foods while also being a good source of B vitamins.
    — Roxana Ehsani, Health, 31 July 2024
  • Before baking, toss the kale with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt and pepper, a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, and a splash of apple cider vinegar.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2026
  • The mature audience member makes popcorn on the stove and seasons it with olive oil, salt, a pinch of paprika, and nutritional yeast.
    — Sarah Garfinkel, The New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2024
  • Protein-rich nutritional yeast and peanut butter powder coat popcorn evenly, while Parmesan cheese melts on top.
    — Zia Sherrell, Health, 4 May 2026
  • For an equally gripping vegan alternative, try swapping out the butter for olive oil and the cheese for nutritional yeast.
    — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Sep. 2025
  • Healthier seasonings include olive oil, herbs, spices, nut butter, and nutritional yeast.
    — Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Plus, nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without any actual dairy—perfect for anyone avoiding lactose.
    — Audrey Bruno, SELF, 21 Mar. 2023
  • And yeah, that amazing Ranch Fun Dip Here are our 17 favorite recipes with nutritional yeast.
    — Emma Laperruque, Bon Appétit, 14 Sep. 2023

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