Vegan Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy goodness of this Vegan Penne Pasta with Alfredo Sauce, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite that’s both dairy-free and irresistibly delicious. Made with a silky blend of soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and nutritional yeast, this Alfredo sauce is infused with garlic, lemon juice, and onion powder for a rich, tangy flavor that rivals its traditional counterpart. Tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta and finished with a touch of olive oil and fresh parsley, this recipe is as comforting as it is wholesome. Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with nutrition, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This vegan pasta masterpiece is sure to win over vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Penne pasta
- 1 cup Raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours)
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 large Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the cashews in water for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results. Drain and rinse before using.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic cloves, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Blend on high until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, which may take 2-3 minutes depending on your blender.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Pour the blended Alfredo sauce into the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to thoroughly coat the pasta with the Alfredo sauce.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley for an added touch of flavor and color.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.3 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2533 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.8 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 73.2 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 524 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 1934 mg | 41% | |
*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.
