the Best Vegan Garlic Alfredo Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 medium white onion
diced, 200g
- 1-2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
divided, 240-480g
- 1/2-3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 x-large minced garlic cloves
15g
- 1/2 heaping cup raw unsalted cashews
75g
- 1/2-1 tablespoon lemon juice
start with just 1/2 and taste after blended!
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
I highly recommend this Sari brand, it is non-fortified with much better taste.
- It is not recommended to sub or eliminate any of these ingredients
as I cannot vouch for the results if any are changed. The lemon juice is crucial, as it eliminates any cashew flavor.
- If you are using raw cashews and you don't have a high-powered blender
then you must soak them overnight in a bowl of water, drain and rinse. Otherwise, your result will be gritty and NOT creamy. A food processor usually works better with soaked cashews versus a blender that isn't very powerful.
Directions
- 1
Add the onion and ONLY 1 cup of the broth to a large pan over medium to medium-high heat. Cook for about 8 minutes until the onion is very tender. (Add a tiny bit more broth if it is cooking too fast or turn the heat down, so the onions don't burn) After 8 minutes, add the garlic and cook a couple of minutes more, stirring often. All of the broth should have evaporated by now. If not, keep letting it cook until the broth is GONE. You don't want any more liquid once it's done cooking, so the end result is thick and creamy.
- 2
Add the cooked veggies (the onion and garlic) to a blender. Start out by adding JUST 1/2 cup more of the remaining broth and add the remaining ingredients (salt, pepper, cashews, starting with JUST 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice, nutritional yeast-starting with just 2 tablespoons yeast). Blend on high for a couple of minutes until very creamy and smooth. Add any more broth to reach desired consistency, if necessary. I did not. If you don't add more broth, you would likely not need any more yeast. Taste and add any more salt & pepper or lemon, if desired.
- 3
Serve over preferred pasta. Note: When preparing your pasta, make sure to salt your water well, so your pasta has flavor and isn't bland, which can affect the end flavor result of the dish. I add around a tablespoon to a large pot of boiling water. Garnish with parsley, lemon zest and salt & pepper, if desired. Add any veggies you like. I like to add broccoli or even peas. Store leftovers in the fridge. The sauce will thicken up even more overnight, which you can thin out a little with a touch of broth when reheating, if necessary.
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About this Recipe
Craving a rich, creamy Alfredo sauce but looking for a plant-based option that truly satisfies? This recipe for the Best Vegan Garlic Alfredo Sauce is your answer, delivering an incredible flavor experience without a trace of dairy or oil.
The secret to this remarkably authentic sauce lies in a generous amount of white onion, which builds a deep, savory base that mimics the complexity of traditional Alfredo. Coupled with raw cashews, this method ensures a lusciously smooth texture and an unbelievably rich taste, surprising even the most discerning palates with its dairy-free magic.
Prepare for a sensationally creamy and garlicky sauce that will make you question how it could possibly be vegan. The texture is velvety, coating your pasta beautifully, while the robust garlic and the subtle tang of lemon juice create a perfectly balanced profile. This sauce is designed to shock you with its guilt-free decadence, tasting every bit as indulgent as its dairy counterpart.
This recipe is meticulously balanced to achieve its signature rich flavor and creamy consistency. For the very best results, we highly recommend following the ingredient list precisely. Key components like the lemon juice are essential, as it expertly cuts through any potential cashew flavor, ensuring a bright, clean finish. Similarly, the specific quantity of onion is crucial for building the foundational depth that makes this sauce so special.
Serve this incredible Vegan Garlic Alfredo Sauce over your favorite pasta for a comforting weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party dish. It pairs wonderfully with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or a side of steamed greens for a complete and satisfying plant-based feast.