Creamy Cashew Alfredo Sauce
This simple plant-based Alfredo sauce uses cashews and nutritional yeast to create a creamy texture and rich flavor without heavy cream or cheese.
Servings 4
Calories 225kcal
Ingredients
Prepare Cashews
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 2 cups water divided
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 garlic clove
- 1/4 c. onion chopped finely
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
Prepare Cashews
- Add 1 cup of water to a small to medium saucepan. Add cashews and bring to a boil; gently boil for 25 -30 minutes; drain.
- Add olive oil to a small stainless steel saute pan; over low to medium heat add onion and saute until soft.
- Add chopped garlic and saute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Add cashews, garlic, onion nutritional yeast, lemon juice, thyme, salt to a blender.
- Begin to pulse and add water to desired consistency. (3/4 cup of water is the typical amount that I add); Add more water to thin out. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Notes
Delicious over pasta, vegetables, or grain bowls.
Cashews create a rich texture without dairy.
Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servings | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.9g | Protein: 8.6g | Fat: 16.5g | Saturated Fat: 2.7g | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 3g
