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Creamy Cashew Alfredo Pasta
A dairy-free Alfredo sauce that's incredibly creamy and rich. Made with cashew butter for a healthier twist on the classic Italian dish.
Saaja Kitchen
•November 19, 2024
•5 min read
Creamy Cashew Alfredo Pasta
This vegan Alfredo sauce is so creamy and delicious, you won't believe it's dairy-free! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
For the sauce:
- 🥜1/2 cup Saaja Cashew Butter
- 🥜1 cup vegetable broth
- 🥜2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 🥜2 cloves garlic, minced
- 🥜2 tbsp lemon juice
- 🥜1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 🥜Salt and pepper to taste
For the pasta:
- 🥜12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
- 🥜2 cups broccoli florets
- 🥜1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 🥜Fresh basil for garnish
- 🥜Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 🥜Cook pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli in the last 3 minutes of cooking.
- 🥜While pasta cooks, blend cashew butter, broth, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, and nutmeg in a blender until smooth.
- 🥜Pour sauce into a large pan and heat over medium-low, stirring constantly.
- 🥜Season with salt, pepper, and add cherry tomatoes.
- 🥜Drain pasta and broccoli, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water.
- 🥜Toss pasta with sauce, adding pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- 🥜Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and red pepper flakes.
Tips
- 🥜Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein
- 🥜Swap vegetables based on what you have on hand
- 🥜Make the sauce ahead and store in the fridge for up to 3 days
Prep time: 10 minutes | Cook time: 15 minutes | Serves: 4
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