Imagine a creamy, luxurious Alfredo sauce that's completely dairy-free, nut-free, and packed with hidden vegetables - sounds too good to be true, right? Get ready to revolutionize your pasta nights with this mind-blowing cauliflower Alfredo that proves healthy eating can be incredibly delicious! This recipe is about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen, transforming humble cauliflower into a silky-smooth sauce that will have everyone asking, "What's your cooking magic?"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, chopped
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz pasta of choice
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your ingredients. Chop the cauliflower into small florets and mince the garlic cloves. Set them aside.
- In a large pot, bring 2 cups of vegetable broth to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, add the chopped cauliflower and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender.
- While the cauliflower is cooking, bring a separate pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz of pasta to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
- When the cauliflower is tender, drain any excess broth and transfer the cauliflower to a blender or food processor. Add the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of nutritional yeast, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little bit of the reserved vegetable broth to reach your desired consistency.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta and the creamy cauliflower sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
- Serve the creamy cauliflower Alfredo immediately, garnished with additional nutritional yeast or fresh herbs if desired. Enjoy your delicious, dairy-free, nut-free meal!
Tips
- Choose a fresh, firm cauliflower for the best texture and flavor
- Don't skip the nutritional yeast - it adds a subtle cheesy flavor that makes the sauce incredible
- For extra smoothness, blend the sauce for an extra minute or two
- If the sauce is too thick, use reserved vegetable broth to thin it out
- For added protein, consider stirring in some cooked chicken or tofu
- Experiment with different pasta types - this sauce works beautifully with everything from zucchini noodles to traditional pasta
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently to prevent sauce separation
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 281kcal
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 14g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
