Vegan Fettuccini Alfredo
Indulge in the creamy decadence of Vegan Fettuccini Alfredo, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian comfort dish that’s as rich and satisfying as the original! This recipe features a velvety alfredo sauce made from blended raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of nutmeg for a luxurious texture and savory depth. Freshly minced garlic, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic onion powder add layers of flavor, while the fettuccine pasta is perfectly cooked to al dente. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dairy-free dinner option is ideal for weeknight meals or special occasions. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and an elegant finish. Whether you’re vegan or simply seeking a healthier alternative, this creamy, nut-based fettuccine alfredo is guaranteed to impress!
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Ingredients
- 10 ounces Fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 1.5 cups Water
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Start by placing the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Allow them to soak for at least 15 minutes.
Step 2
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a high-speed blender along with 1.5 cups of water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.
Step 4
Blend the mixture on high until completely smooth and creamy. This may take a few minutes depending on your blender.
Step 5
In a large pan, add the blended sauce and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes.
Step 6
Add the cooked fettuccine to the pan, tossing to ensure each strand is evenly coated with the alfredo sauce.
Step 7
Serve the vegan fettuccine alfredo immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if using.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (901.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1970.4 |
| Total Fat 83.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2404.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 258.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.3g | |
| Protein 61.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 185.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1464.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories