Cashew Alfredo Sauce (Vegan)
This Cashew Alfredo Sauce (Vegan) is a rich, creamy, dairy-free alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce. Made with blended cashews, it delivers a smooth, velvety texture and cheesy flavor—perfect for pasta, vegetables, and healthy plant-based meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5–7 minutes
- Total Time: 15–25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ¾–1 cup water or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional: ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Soak cashews in hot water for 15–20 minutes, then drain.
- Add soaked cashews, water or broth, garlic, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Pour in the blended sauce and cook gently, stirring frequently.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional spices.
- Simmer for 5–7 minutes until warmed through and slightly thickened.
- Serve immediately over pasta, vegetables, or as a dip.
Notes
Use a high-speed blender for the smoothest texture.Adjust thickness by adding more liquid or simmering longer.Raw cashews provide the most neutral and creamy flavor.Sauce thickens as it cools—reheat with added liquid if needed.
Find it online: https://cookibly.com/cashew-alfredo-sauce-vegan/