This creamy and delicious vegan cauliflower alfredo sauce is a healthier alternative to traditional alfredo sauce. It is made using cauliflower as the base, which adds great flavor and nutritional benefits. This easy-to-make sauce is perfect for pasta dishes and can be customized with your favorite seasonings. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence with this vegan cauliflower alfredo sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 cups of vegetable broth
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chopped cauliflower and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until tender.
- Drain the cauliflower and transfer it to a blender.
- In a small saucepan, heat a teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Transfer the garlic to the blender with the cauliflower.
- Add the vegetable broth, almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg to the blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Pour the mixture back into the saucepan and heat it over medium-low heat for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.
- Serve the vegan cauliflower alfredo sauce over cooked pasta, garnished with fresh parsley. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Cauliflower is low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for a creamy sauce.
Using cauliflower as a base instead of heavy cream significantly reduces the calorie and fat content of traditional alfredo sauce.
Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor to the sauce and is a great source of vitamin B12 for vegans.