Vegan Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the rich, creamy goodness of this Vegan Garlic Cream Sauce, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food staple. Made with raw cashews and infused with the bold flavor of sautéed garlic, this dairy-free sauce is perfectly balanced with a hint of nutritional yeast for cheesiness, fresh lemon juice for brightness, and a medley of seasonings for a savory depth of flavor. Smooth and velvety thanks to a quick blend, it’s ideal for drizzling over pasta, using as a decadent pizza base, or serving as a dip for your favorite veggies and bread. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and versatile recipe is a must-try for garlic lovers and anyone looking for a satisfying vegan alternative. Whether you're dairy-free, vegan, or simply craving something new, this garlic cream sauce will transform your meals into a delightful feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1.5 cup water
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10-15 minutes to soften them or overnight in cold water.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashews and set them aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the garlic cloves, minced, and sauté until fragrant and golden, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Transfer the drained cashews to a blender or food processor. Add the sautéed garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and 0.5 cup of water.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. This may take up to 2-3 minutes depending on your blender.
Once smooth, add the unsweetened almond milk and blend again until fully incorporated into the sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust any seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water to reach your desired consistency.
Transfer the blended sauce back to the saucepan and heat over low heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes until hot.
Serve immediately over pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dipping sauce. Enjoy your flavorful vegan garlic cream sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
994 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.8 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2477 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.8 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.4 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1236 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.
