Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Sauce

Indulge in the creamy, rich flavor of Alfredo sauce—without the dairy! This Dairy-Free Classic Alfredo Sauce is a game-changer for plant-based and lactose-free cooking enthusiasts. Made with velvety smooth blended cashews, unsweetened almond milk, and a touch of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor, this recipe delivers all the decadence of the original without relying on cream or butter. Infused with garlic, onion powder, and a bright hint of lemon juice, this sauce is irresistibly savory and perfectly balanced. Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate companion for pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a dipping sauce. Gluten-free and made with wholesome ingredients, this recipe proves that indulgence can also be healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for at least 10 minutes to soften them. This step is crucial for creating a smooth sauce.

Step 2

While the cashews are soaking, in a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. This will help thicken the sauce later.

Step 3

Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender along with the almond milk, nutritional yeast, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy. This may take about 1-2 minutes depending on your blender.

Step 5

Pour the cashew mixture into a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking as the sauce begins to warm.

Step 6

Once the sauce starts to steam, lower the heat and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously as the sauce thickens, cooking for about 3-4 more minutes.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from heat and serve immediately over your favorite pasta, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(718.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1035.0

Total Fat 83.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2674.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.7g
Protein 27.3g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 918.2mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1103.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.3%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 20.6%