Non Dairy Alfredo Sauce

Indulge in the rich, creamy decadence of Non-Dairy Alfredo Sauce—a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite that's perfect for vegans, the lactose-intolerant, or anyone seeking a healthier alternative. This dairy-free delight combines smooth, soaked raw cashews with the nutty-cheesiness of nutritional yeast and the zest of fresh lemon juice for a flavor-packed, velvety sauce. Blended to perfection with unsweetened almond milk, garlic, and just a hint of olive oil, this sauce achieves a luxurious texture without a drop of cream. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's versatile enough to elevate pasta, roasted veggies, or even pizza. Perfectly creamy, wholesome, and satisfying, this Non-Dairy Alfredo Sauce is sure to redefine your comfort food cravings.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes, then drain and rinse.

Step 2

In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, garlic cloves, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, and onion powder.

Step 3

Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the blended sauce into a medium saucepan and add 1 cup of water to thin it out to your desired consistency.

Step 5

Heat the sauce over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until warm and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.

Step 7

Serve the non-dairy Alfredo sauce immediately over pasta, roasted vegetables, or your dish of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	664.5 grams (664.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	982

Total Fat 80.40g	103%
Saturated Fat 13.50g	68%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2540mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 47.70g	17%
Dietary Fiber 6.70g	24%
Total Sugars 7.20g
Protein 29.10g	58%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 502mg	39%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 1111mg	24%

*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: 70.2%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 18.5%