Description
Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo is a rich, creamy plant-based twist on the classic Italian dish that will satisfy your comfort food cravings. With silky fettuccine noodles enveloped in a delectable cashew-based sauce, this indulgent recipe takes just under 30 minutes to prepare. Perfect for cozy nights in or impressing guests, this easy yet flavorful meal showcases how delightful vegan cooking can be.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about half a cup of pasta water.
- In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, minced garlic, lemon juice, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the blended sauce and stir occasionally until heated through. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water to reach desired consistency.
- Toss the cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce, ensuring all noodles are evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving hot. Garnish with fresh herbs or additional nutritional yeast if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg