Fettuccine Alfredo Vegan
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Fettuccine Alfredo Vegan recipe—proof that comfort food can be both indulgent and plant-based! Featuring a luxurious, dairy-free sauce made from blended cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and a hint of nutritional yeast, this dish delivers a velvety texture and rich umami flavor without the cream or cheese. Infused with garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of nutmeg, the sauce clings perfectly to tender fettuccine for a meal that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. Ready in just 30 minutes and garnished with fresh parsley, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or when you're craving something irresistibly creamy yet surprisingly light. Perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike, this healthy twist on a classic pasta dish is sure to leave everyone at the table asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the blended Alfredo sauce into the skillet and warm it through, stirring frequently, for 2-3 minutes.
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped parsley. Enjoy your creamy and delicious vegan Fettuccine Alfredo!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 556 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.0 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 193 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 329 mg | 7% | |
*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.
