Dairy-Free Spaghetti with Cheese Sauce
Creamy, comforting, and entirely dairy-free, this Spaghetti with Cheese Sauce recipe is a dream come true for anyone following a vegan or lactose-free lifestyle. Made with gluten-free spaghetti and a luscious cashew-based cheese sauce, this dish perfectly combines simplicity with indulgence. Nutritional yeast and turmeric provide a cheesy flavor and golden hue, while a hint of lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Pair with a crisp side salad or roasted veggies to round out your meal. Whether you're vegan, dairy-free, or simply seeking a healthier twist on a classic pasta dish, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (gluten-free, if necessary)
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or another dairy-free milk)
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric (for color)
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 8 cups Water (for boiling spaghetti)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (for boiling spaghetti)
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the spaghetti. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the spaghetti cooks, prepare the dairy-free cheese sauce. Start by soaking the cashews in hot water for 5 minutes, then drain and set aside.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, turmeric, sea salt, and olive oil. Blend on high until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add additional almond milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, to reach your desired consistency.
Transfer the blended cheese sauce to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Allow the sauce to warm up and thicken for 3-5 minutes, then remove from heat.
Toss the cooked spaghetti with the warm cheese sauce, making sure all the noodles are evenly coated.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional nutritional yeast or freshly cracked black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.8 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3652 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.3 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.1 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 757 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1265 mg | 27% | |
*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.
