Vegan Alfredo - Olive Garden Copycat

Vegan Alfredo - Olive Garden Copycat

4 servings
Vegan alfredo that will take your taste buds straight back to Olive Garden. Gluten and coconut-free with nut-free option.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 c vegan butter

    1/2 stick, 55g

  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 4 c vegan milk

    divided, 950ml

  • 1 c vegan parmesan

    100g

  • 1/2 c vegan mayo

    115g

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Melt your butter over medium heat in a large pan, bring to simmer

  2. 2

    Add the garlic and stir well

  3. 3

    Add 3c of the milk and stir well

  4. 4

    Once the milk comes to a boil, gradually whisk in the cheese

  5. 5

    Continue whisking until the mixture thickens (if you used an oil-based parmesan instead of my recipe, you may need to thicken with something else such as a slurry or mashed potato flakes).

  6. 6

    Turn off the heat and whisk in the mayonnaise

  7. 7

    Add salt and pepper to taste

  8. 8

    Toss with a pound of cooked pasta and add more milk if the sauce is too thick.

  9. 9

    Serve immediately.

  10. 10

    Garnish with parmesan and parsley and enjoy.

Vegan Alfredo - Olive Garden Copycat

Vegan Alfredo - Olive Garden Copycat

17 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Craving the rich, creamy taste of Olive Garden's Alfredo, but living a plant-based life? This incredible Vegan Alfredo copycat recipe brings all that classic flavor right to your kitchen, without a single animal product.

What makes this recipe truly special is its ability to replicate that iconic Olive Garden creaminess while remaining entirely vegan. Plus, it's thoughtfully crafted to be both gluten and coconut-free, with a simple nut-free option available, ensuring everyone can enjoy a taste of nostalgia.

Prepare your taste buds for a velvety smooth sauce that clings perfectly to your favorite pasta. You'll experience a comforting richness, balanced by the savory depth of vegan parmesan and a subtle hint of garlic. This isn't just a vegan alternative; it's a decadent, satisfying sauce that evokes the familiar warmth of your favorite Italian-American restaurant, proving that plant-based doesn't mean sacrificing flavor or texture.

Customization & Serving

For a completely nut-free experience, simply choose a vegan milk and vegan parmesan product that are certified nut-free. You can also experiment with different types of pasta, from classic fettuccine to penne, to make it your own. Don't be afraid to adjust the salt and pepper to perfectly suit your palate.

This luscious vegan alfredo is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or when you want to impress guests with a familiar favorite that caters to diverse dietary needs. Serve it generously over your pasta of choice, perhaps alongside a crisp green salad.

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