Non Dairy Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Non-Dairy Alfredo Sauce—a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite that's perfect for vegans, the lactose-intolerant, or anyone seeking a healthier alternative. This dairy-free delight combines smooth, soaked raw cashews with the nutty-cheesiness of nutritional yeast and the zest of fresh lemon juice for a flavor-packed, velvety sauce. Blended to perfection with unsweetened almond milk, garlic, and just a hint of olive oil, this sauce achieves a luxurious texture without a drop of cream. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's versatile enough to elevate pasta, roasted veggies, or even pizza. Perfectly creamy, wholesome, and satisfying, this Non-Dairy Alfredo Sauce is sure to redefine your comfort food cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and onion powder.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
Pour the blended sauce into a medium saucepan and add 1 cup of water to thin it out to your desired consistency.
Heat the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until warm and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Serve the non-dairy Alfredo sauce immediately over pasta, roasted vegetables, or your dish of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.4 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2540 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 502 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1111 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.
