Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy decadence of 'Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Sauce,' a perfect plant-based twist on your favorite comfort food staple. This velvety sauce combines soaked raw cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and nutritional yeast for a dairy-free alternative that offers rich depth and authentic flavor. Minced garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a pinch of onion powder elevate the taste, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect silky texture. Ready in just 20 minutes, this sauce is ideal for draping over pasta, vegetables, or your favorite grain dishes. Perfect for vegan, lactose-free, or health-conscious lifestyles, this recipe guarantees indulgence without compromise!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10 minutes to soften them. This step is crucial for creating a smooth sauce.
While the cashews are soaking, in a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. This will help thicken the sauce later.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender along with the almond milk, nutritional yeast, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. This may take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.
Pour the cashew mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking as the sauce begins to warm.
Once the sauce starts to steam, lower the heat and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously as the sauce thickens, cooking for about 3-4 more minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.
Remove the sauce from heat and serve immediately over your favorite pasta, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1035 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.5 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2674 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 918 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1104 mg | 23% | |
*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.
