Vegan Pasta with Cheese Sauce
Indulge in a creamy, dairy-free delight with this Vegan Pasta with Cheese Sauce recipe, perfect for plant-based eaters and comfort food enthusiasts alike! Featuring tender pasta (gluten-free options available) smothered in a velvety cashew-based cheese sauce, this dish is bursting with flavor thanks to nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, and a hint of tangy Dijon mustard and lemon juice. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, the sauce blends seamlessly into the pasta for a luscious, satisfying meal. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and herbaceous flair, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a healthier take on classic mac and cheese. Keywords: vegan pasta, dairy-free cheese sauce, cashew cheese recipe, nutritional yeast pasta, gluten-free vegan recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Pasta (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the cashews. Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Allow them to soak for at least 15 minutes, then drain and rinse.
In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, prepare the cheese sauce. In a high-speed blender, combine the soaked and drained cashews, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated. The sauce should have a pourable consistency.
Return the drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Pour the cheese sauce over the pasta and stir well to coat the pasta evenly.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is heated through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
Serve the pasta garnished with chopped fresh parsley for a burst of freshness and color. Enjoy your Vegan Pasta with Cheese Sauce warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1107 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.0 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2758 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 127.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.9 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1258 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.
