Vegan Alfredo Sauce
This 4-ingredient Cashew Alfredo tastes just as good as traditional Alfredo, if not better. For Alfredo lovers, this recipe offers everything you want in a healthier version, and more.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw unsalted cashews soaked for 30 min in hot water
- 1 minced garlic clove
- salt to taste
- ¾ cup additional hot water
- any pasta you like
Instructions
- Soak your cashews for 30 minutes in boiling water. Drain out the water and add all of your ingredients to a blender. Blend until a nice consistency.
- Separately boil your pasta of choice as per the package directions and add your sauce with a little bit of the starchy pasta water to thin it out.
- Feel free to use this as a dip as it’s just as delicious. Enjoy!
Notes
- Veggies: Add sautéed mushrooms or fresh spinach leaves to your pasta before serving.
- Nutritional yeast: Add a tablespoon of nutritional yeast to the sauce.
- Herbs: Blend in fresh or dried herbs such as basil, parsley, or thyme for added flavor.
- Gluten-free: Use gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for a gluten-free or low-carb option.
- Protein add-ins: Add some roasted tofu, grilled chicken, or sauteed shrimp for some extra protein.
Nutrition
Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 432mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 4mg
