Dairy-Free Fettuccini Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Dairy-Free Fettuccini Alfredo—a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite! This recipe swaps heavy cream and butter for a luscious cashew-based sauce, blended to perfection with nutritional yeast, garlic, and a splash of almond milk for a velvety texture that rivals the original. Lemon juice adds a bright, zesty kick, while freshly ground black pepper and chopped parsley elevate the dish with bold, fresh flavors. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this easy yet impressive dinner is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Serve up this healthy, dairy-free masterpiece and satisfy your comfort food cravings in a wholesome, guilt-free way. Keywords: dairy-free Alfredo, vegan fettuccini Alfredo, cashew cream sauce, plant-based pasta recipes.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup water
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 30 minutes, then drain and rinse well.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, 1 cup of water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, almond milk, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Step 3
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.
Step 4
Return the pasta to the pot and pour the cashew cream sauce over it. Use a fork or tongs to toss the pasta, adding reserved pasta water a few tablespoons at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Continue tossing until the pasta is well-coated and gently warmed through.
Step 6
Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1025.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2160.2 |
| Total Fat 85.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1362.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 294.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.0g | |
| Protein 68.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 534.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1148.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories