Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Pasta
Indulge in the creamy, comforting flavors of this Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Pasta—a plant-based twist on the beloved Italian favorite that's perfect for all dietary preferences. Featuring tender fettuccine tossed in a silky almond milk-based sauce, this dish achieves velvety richness without a drop of dairy. Nutritional yeast adds a delicate cheesiness, while garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of nutmeg elevate the flavor profile to gourmet status. With just 35 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is a quick and wholesome dinner option that caters to vegan, lactose-intolerant, and health-conscious eaters alike. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s as elegant as it is effortless!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.125 tsp Nutmeg
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and cornstarch until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the almond milk mixture into the skillet with the garlic. Stir continuously and bring the sauce to a simmer, allowing it to thicken, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and nutmeg into the thickened sauce. Add the reserved pasta water to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes, until the pasta is heated through and fully coated.
Remove from heat, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2666 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 275.2 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.4 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 894 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 413 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
