Vegan Alfredo Sauce Recipe
Best vegan Alfredo sauce is perfect for meal prep. Pair this delicious sauce with pasta, veggies, & Buddha bowls throughout the week. Budget-friendly and kid-approved. Nut-free option.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Total Time15 minutes mins
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: Vegan
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 115kcal
- 1 cup chopped shallots small dice (about 2 large shallots) or 1 ½ cups chopped white onion
- 1 to 2 cups vegetable broth (preferably low-sodium)
- 4 large garlic cloves minced
- ½ packed cup cashews (see notes)*
- 2 tablespoons white miso (mellow miso)
- ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice plus more to taste
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Cook aromatics: Add the shallots and 1 cup vegetable broth to a large skillet. Gently boil over medium-high heat for about 8 minutes, or until the shallots are tender, stirring occasionally. (Reduce the heat if the shallots start to burn, adding more broth as needed.) Add the garlic and cook for about 2 minutes more, or until all the broth is absorbed.
Blend: Transfer the cooked shallots and onions, cashews, miso, lemon juice, and one-half cup broth. Blend until smooth, adding more broth as needed. Adjust lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
For serving: Serve with cooked pasta of your choice or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- *If you do not own a high-speed bender, soak the cashews in boiled water for at least 15 minutes or overnight, and drain.
- For nut-free, use silken tofu instead of cashews. Start with 12 ounces and add more as needed.
- If you do not have miso, use 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast instead.
- Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days to use throughout the week.
- Reheating: Reheat in a microwave, or saucepan. Or add the desired amount to cooked pasta, with some vegan cheese shreds on top, and reheat in the oven.
Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 250mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 8IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg