Dairy-Free Spaghetti with Creamy White Sauce

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Dairy-Free Spaghetti with Creamy White Sauce, a luscious, plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe features tender spaghetti draped in a rich, garlicky white sauce made with creamy unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast for a cheesy depth, and a touch of nutmeg for subtle warmth. The sauce thickens beautifully with a cornstarch slurry, while extra brightness from optional lemon juice elevates the flavors. Quick and simple, this dairy-free pasta is ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for weeknight dinners or serving guests with dietary preferences. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it's a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s entirely vegan and packed with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz Spaghetti (dried, check for egg-free for vegan)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 2.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any dairy-free milk of choice)
• 1.5 tbsp Nutritional yeast
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 3 tbsp Water
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.25 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 1 tsp Lemon juice (optional, for brightness)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining the spaghetti, and set it aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, and slowly pour the unsweetened almond milk into the skillet with the garlic, stirring continuously.

Step 6

Add the nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg to the skillet. Stir well to incorporate.

Step 7

Pour in the cornstarch slurry and continue stirring gently as the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water, a tablespoon at a time, to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 9

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce to coat evenly.

Step 10

Taste the pasta and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, black pepper, or a splash of lemon juice for brightness.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1063.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1706.0

Total Fat 39.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2819.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 280.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.6g
Protein 52.3g	0%

Vitamin D 250.0IU	0%
Calcium 1223.4mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 1383.7mg	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: 21.2%

Protein: 12.4%

Carbs: 66.4%