Vegan Spaghetti with Alfredo Sauce

Indulge in the creamy decadence of plant-based comfort food with this Vegan Spaghetti with Alfredo Sauce. Perfectly cooked spaghetti (easily made gluten-free) is smothered in a luxurious, dairy-free Alfredo sauce made from blended cashews, nutritional yeast, and unsweetened almond milk. A hint of fresh garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a dash of optional nutmeg elevate the sauce to gourmet status—all while being simple and wholesome. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick yet satisfying vegan pasta dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor, it’s a healthier, dairy-free spin on a classic that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Spaghetti (gluten-free if needed)
• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 units Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 pinch Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Start by soaking the raw cashews in hot water for 15 minutes. This helps soften them for blending.

Step 2

While the cashews are soaking, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. If you're using gluten-free spaghetti, be sure not to overcook it. Drain and set aside once done.

Step 3

Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with the almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg if using. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender to ensure everything is well incorporated.

Step 4

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary).

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat the Alfredo sauce over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet with the sauce and toss to coat the pasta evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(890.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1420.8

Total Fat 70.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2648.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 150.0IU	0%
Calcium 768.3mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 1534.8mg	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: 43.4%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 42.5%