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    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    Last updated - July 14, 2021; Published - February 21, 2018 By Rhian Williams 14 Comments

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    This Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta is:

    • ready in 30 minutes
    • super rich and creamy
    • seriously comforting!

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    If you've read my blog before, it's probably quite obvious that I love creamy pasta sauces. While I usually use things like almond milk thickened with cornflour, pumpkin purée, or blended white beans, having seen all the hype about cashew pasta sauces, I was keen to see what all the fuss was about.

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    And I'm so glad I tried it, because, whilst cashews may end up a little more expensive than the pasta sauces I normally create, they do create the most creamy, rich, and naturally sweet alfredo sauce.

    Whilst cooking with cashews can be a bit of a pain as they usually require soaking beforehand, this sauce is much easier as you can soften the cashews by simmering them in water once you've fried the garlic. This is pretty handy as it ensures the whole meal is ready within 30 minutes, with no thinking ahead or preparation required.

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    If you're worried about the taste of cashews, the garlic definitely gets rid of this, as well as adding so much flavour. I've kept the sauce simple and haven't used any other ingredients other than nutritional yeast for cheesiness, and salt + pepper to season, but you could also add miso for extra umami flavour if you like.

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    Green peas provide a good source of protein and fibre, and add a lovely pop of colour too. To make this Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta into a properly balanced meal, I also like to add some cooked greens such as spinach, kale or broccoli. A sprinkling of fresh parsley would be a nice serving idea too, if you're into that.

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    And something I didn't add this time, but which I think would be an excellent add-in...mushrooms! Or almond or coconut bacon - do it!

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    For more creamy vegan pasta recipes, check out my:

    • Creamy Tomato Sauce Pasta
    • Creamy Pesto Pasta
    • Roasted Red Pepper Pasta
    • White Bean Mac and Cheese
    • Creamy Sundried Pesto Pasta
    • Creamy Miso Pasta Sauce

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    If you try out this recipe or anything else from my blog, I’d really love to hear any feedback! Please give it a rating, leave a comment, or tag a photo #rhiansrecipes on Instagram! Thank you.

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)

    This Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta is ready in 30 minutes, super rich and creamy, and seriously comforting!
    4.56 from 9 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: vegan alfredo sauce, vegan cashew cheese sauce, vegan cashew pasta sauce
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 407kcal
    Author: Rhian Williams

    Ingredients

    • 200 g (7oz) pasta (ensure gluten-free if necessary)
    • 150 g (1 cup) frozen green peas

    For the sauce:

    • 1 tablespoon olive, coconut or rapeseed oil
    • 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
    • 75 g (½ cup) raw cashews
    • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
    • Salt + pepper, to taste

    To serve (optional):

    • Cooked greens of choice (spinach, kale, broccoli etc)
    • Fresh parsley, roughly chopped

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta according to instructions on packet - add peas at the same time

    For the sauce:

    • Heat the oil in a separate pan and add garlic once hot
    • Fry for a minute until fragrant - be careful not to burn!
    • Add the cashew nuts along with 180ml (¾ cup) water
    • Bring to the boil and simmer for around 10 minutes, until cashews have softened
    • Turn off the heat and add nutritional yeast and salt + pepper
    • Use a food processor, blender (or hand-held stick blender) to whizz until completely smooth
    • If you’ve used a separate blending device, transfer the sauce back to the pan (just keep it in the same pan if you've used a hand-held blender) and mix in the cooked pasta and peas
    • Add more water to thin out the sauce if necessary, and more salt if necessary
    • Serve with cooked greens and fresh parsley, if desired
    Nutrition Facts
    Vegan Cashew Alfredo Sauce Pasta (GF)
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 407
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    1. Anonymous

      April 03, 2019 at 9:29 am

      4 stars
      Good recipe. I added some soya milk and vegetable stock and then blended some raw spinach which gave it a diferent (but nice colour).

      Reply
      • Rhian Williams

        April 03, 2019 at 9:33 am

        Thank you, glad you liked it! And thank you for sharing your substitutions, that's great to know!

    2. cate

      January 10, 2020 at 5:32 am

      5 stars
      Strong 5 stars!!!!

      Reply
      • Rhian Williams

        January 10, 2020 at 7:38 pm

        Thank you so much!

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