nutritional yeast substitute
in soup.

Nutritional Yeast stirred into soup adds a cheesy, savory depth. The sub should dissolve into hot liquid smoothly.

top substitutes

01

Parmesan

10.0best for soup
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Real cheese; not vegan but closest cheesy flavor

02

Miso

10.0best for soup
1/2 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Umami-rich; saltier, use less and dilute

03

Parmesan Cheese Topping

10.0best for soup
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Shelf-stable grated parmesan; sprinkle on popcorn or pasta for cheesy savory flavor

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04

Romano

10.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Sharp salty grated romano mimics umami; more intense so start with less and adjust

05

Yeast Extract Spread

5.0
1/2 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Use 1/2 tbsp marmite-style spread; intense savory flavor, best stirred into sauces or broths

06

Soy Sauce

5.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Adds salty umami punch in sauces and dressings; not a dry topping substitute

07

Tamari

5.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Gluten-free soy alternative; same umami boost, use in wet applications not sprinkled on food

08

Yeast

5.0
1/2 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Deactivated brewers yeast has similar cheesy taste; check for inactive type before using

09

Cheese Sauce

5.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Jarred cheese sauce stirred into dishes for cheesy umami; salty, not a dry topping replacement

10

Soy Sauce Made From Soy (Tamari)

5.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Traditional shoyu-style soy sauce delivers savory umami; use in dressings and stir-ins

11

Fish Sauce

5.0
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Pungent salty liquid; adds deep umami to stir-fries and marinades, not a dry sprinkle replacement

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