Dairy-Free Fettuccine Carbonara
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Dairy-Free Fettuccine Carbonara, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. This recipe swaps traditional dairy with unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, creating a luscious sauce that’s every bit as rich and savory. Strips of golden-brown tempeh add a bold, smoky bite, while fresh parsley and a hint of lemon zest provide a vibrant, zesty finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dairy-free carbonara balances flavor and simplicity, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it piping hot for a satisfying dish that’s sure to impress while remaining entirely dairy-free!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 ounces Tempeh, sliced into small strips
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 3 Eggs, large
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
Step 2
Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the pasta.
Step 3
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the tempeh strips to the skillet and cook until they are golden brown and a bit crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 5
Add the minced garlic to the tempeh and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
Step 6
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, nutritional yeast, almond milk, black pepper, and salt until smooth.
Step 7
Return the drained pasta to the pot over low heat. Quickly stir in the egg mixture, mixing consistently, to create a creamy sauce without scrambling the eggs.
Step 8
If the sauce is too thick, gradually add the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 9
Add the cooked tempeh and garlic mixture to the pasta and toss well.
Step 10
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and lemon zest.
Step 11
Serve immediately with additional black pepper if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1084.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2265.0 |
| Total Fat 77.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.4g | |
| Cholesterol 558mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2789.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 290.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.3g | |
| Protein 115.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 207.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 927.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2172.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories