Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce—an irresistible plant-based twist on a classic Italian favorite. This recipe swaps heavy cream and butter for a luscious almond milk-based sauce, thickened with a cornstarch slurry and infused with the nutty richness of nutritional yeast. Fresh garlic, a hint of ground nutmeg, and a splash of zesty lemon juice come together to create a sauce that's both velvety and flavorful. Tossed with perfectly cooked penne and garnished with chopped parsley, this dish is quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you're vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply seeking a lighter yet satisfying pasta option, this dairy-free Alfredo recipe delivers all the indulgence without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 1/3 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1/4 cup Water
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Ground nutmeg
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg.
In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to create a slurry.
Pour the almond milk mixture into the skillet with garlic. Stir well over medium heat.
Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, approximately 5-7 minutes. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet. Stir to coat the pasta with the sauce evenly.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your dairy-free penne pasta with creamy Alfredo sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1656 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2668 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.9 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.9 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 49.8 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 890 mg | 68% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1112 mg | 24% | |
*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.
