Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce, a delightful vegetarian sauce that transforms your meals with its rich flavor and vibrant color. This easy-to-make sauce is perfect for pasta, roasted vegetables, or as a unique dip. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious blend of cashews and red peppers, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special occasions. Whether you’re vegan or simply looking to enjoy a healthier alternative to traditional Alfredo, this recipe will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 red bell pepper (raw or roasted)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
- Optional: Ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in water for 6–8 hours. Drain and pat dry.
- In a blender, combine soaked cashews, red bell pepper, water, nutritional yeast, salt, onion powder, turmeric, and nutmeg (if using). Blend until smooth.
- Cook your choice of pasta according to package instructions; drain well.
- Heat the sauce in a pot until warm. Toss with the drained pasta and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending/Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg