Tiny fact, big snack
Why nutritional yeast tastes so cheesy
Its savoury flavour comes from naturally occurring glutamates. No dairy, no magic wand, just excellent pantry science.
Nutritional yeast is grown for food and heated so it is no longer active.
Its naturally occurring amino acids create umami, the savoury taste also found in tomatoes, mushrooms and soy sauce.
Sprinkle it on popcorn, vegetables, pasta or soup, or blend it into a quick plant-based sauce.
Fortification varies by brand, so check the label rather than assuming every product contains vitamin B12.