Dairy-Free Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Indulge in the rich and luxurious flavors of this **Dairy-Free Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta**, a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic. Perfectly al dente fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne is enveloped in a velvety smooth garlic-infused sauce that’s completely dairy-free yet irresistibly creamy. The magic comes from a clever combination of **unsweetened almond milk**, **nutritional yeast**, and **tapioca starch**, delivering that signature parmesan taste without the dairy. Enhanced with fresh garlic, a hint of tangy lemon juice, and perfectly seasoned with ground black pepper, this comfort food is as wholesome as it is satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s an ideal weeknight dinner that’s gluten-free optional, vegan, and perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a plant-based alternative to creamy pasta dishes. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra nutritional yeast for a burst of flavor and a stunning presentation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Pasta of choice (e.g., fettuccine, spaghetti, or penne)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast for topping (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Begin by cooking the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water.
In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it becomes fragrant and starts to turn lightly golden.
In a bowl, whisk together the unsweetened almond milk and tapioca starch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the pan with the garlic, stirring continuously.
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the pan. Continue to whisk while cooking over medium heat, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
Once the sauce is creamy and thickened, add the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss to combine, ensuring the pasta is thoroughly coated in the sauce.
Transfer the pasta to serving plates. If desired, sprinkle additional nutritional yeast and fresh chopped parsley over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious dairy-free creamy garlic parmesan pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2678 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.9 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 900 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 645 mg | 14% | |
*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.
