Vegan Classic Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy, dairy-free decadence of this Vegan Classic Alfredo Sauce, a plant-based twist on the beloved Italian favorite! Crafted with the richness of blended raw cashews and a touch of olive oil, this sauce boasts a velvety texture and irresistible flavor. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth, while garlic, onion powder, and a pinch of nutmeg bring bold, aromatic notes. This 20-minute recipe is simple to prepare, featuring pantry-friendly ingredients like unsweetened almond milk and fresh lemon juice for a balanced tang. Perfect for draping over your favorite pasta, drizzling on roasted veggies, or as a luscious dip, this vegan Alfredo is a versatile, wholesome option that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and oh-so-creamy, it’s the ultimate comfort food reimagined!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1.5 cups water
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
Begin by soaking 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes to soften them, then drain and rinse.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, 1.5 cups of water, 3 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 0.5 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, 0.25 teaspoon of ground black pepper, and blend until smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, pour in the blended mixture and stir continuously as it begins to warm.
Reduce the heat to low and add 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk, continuing to stir until fully incorporated.
Season the sauce with 0.125 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, stirring well.
Allow the sauce to simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to the desired consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your preference.
Serve the vegan Alfredo sauce immediately over your favorite pasta or as a sauce for roast vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1015 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.5 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2550 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.6 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1244 mg | 26% | |
*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.
