Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Pasta Recipe
Indulge in a decadent yet wholesome Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Pasta that’s dairy-free and bursting with flavor. This velvety sauce pairs perfectly with your choice of pasta or veggie noodles, creating a satisfying meal that’s both creamy and nutritious.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Blender
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Sauce:
- 1 red bell pepper (raw or roasted)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup raw cashews or macadamia nuts
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
Additional:
- 10 oz pasta or spaghetti squash or vegetables
- optional grilled or roasted veggies, beans, etc.
Instructions
- Soak Nuts: Place the nuts in a cereal bowl, cover with water, and let sit 6-8 hours. Drain fully, and pat dry.
- Prepare Sauce: Blend all sauce ingredients (including the half cup water) until smooth.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta in salted water according to package directions.
- Heat Sauce: Heat the sauce in a pot until desired temperature while the pasta cooks.
- Combine: Drain pasta and pour the sauce over it. Season and add cooked veggies, beans, etc. if desired. Stir well.
Notes
- You can roast the red bell pepper for a deeper flavor.
- Adjust seasoning and consistency of the sauce to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 400 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Pasta, Dairy-Free Pasta, Vegan Alfredo Sauce
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