Vegan Alfredo Mushroom Gnocchi
Discover the realm of plant-based delights with vegan Alfredo gnocchi. Indulge in a rich fusion of creamy Alfredo sauce, impeccably cooked gnocchi, and sautéed mushrooms, crafting a culinary masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 500g gnocchi (1 standard package)
- 100g white or cremini mushrooms, sliced (½ a small pack)
- 1-2 tbsp vegan butter
Alfredo Sauce
- ¼ cup cashews
- 1 cup chickenless or veg broth
- ½ medium white onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cover the cashews in boiling water and allow to soak for at least 10 minutes.
- In a pan on medium heat, add ½ cup of broth and the sliced white onion.
- Reduce the broth, and keep cooking for 5-7 minutes or until most of the broth has cook down and evaporated.
- Next, add 5 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Strain water off the cashews. Add cashews, ½ cup of broth, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and the cooked onion and garlic mixture into a high powered food blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Cook gnocchi according to package instructions in salted water.
- Saute mushrooms in a pan on medium heat until the liquid has evaporated and the mushrooms are cooked through. (about 3-5 mins) Add in vegan butter and stir to combine.
- Add the alfredo sauce in with the cooked mushrooms, season with salt and pepper, add in the cooked gnocchi, and add a little pasta reserve water if needed.
- Top with vegan parm and fresh parsley if desired. Buon Appetito!
Notes
Note: Nutritional information is approximate values and can vary significantly depending on the specific brands of ingredients used. Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only and should not be considered professional nutritional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 250g | Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 60g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
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