Vegan Spaghetti with Cheese Sauce
Get ready to indulge in a rich and creamy comfort food experience with this Vegan Spaghetti with Cheese Sauce recipe! Perfectly cooked spaghetti is smothered in a velvety, dairy-free cheese sauce made from wholesome ingredients like soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, and unsweetened almond milk. Infused with garlic, lemon juice, smoked paprika, and a pinch of turmeric for a boost of flavor and vibrant color, this plant-based dish delivers the ultimate cheesy satisfaction without the guilt. Quick and easy to make in just 30 minutes, it's ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whether you opt for gluten-free pasta or a traditional variety, this recipe is sure to wow everyone at the table. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness! Perfectly crafted for vegan comfort food lovers, this dish is packed with flavor and nutrients in every creamy bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Spaghetti (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.25 tsp Turmeric (for color)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes or overnight in room temperature water to soften them.
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. If using gluten-free pasta, ensure not to overcook it to avoid mushiness.
While the pasta is cooking, drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender along with nutritional yeast, almond milk, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, smoked paprika, turmeric, salt, pepper, and water. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. This is your vegan cheese sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed—add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your taste.
Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and return it to the pot. Pour the vegan cheese sauce over the spaghetti, tossing gently until the pasta is fully coated in the sauce.
Serve immediately. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired for a burst of flavor and color.
Enjoy your creamy, vegan spaghetti with cheese sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.7 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2532 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 149.3 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1163 mg | 25% | |
*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.
