Vegan Mushroom Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy rich goodness of Vegan Mushroom Alfredo Sauce Cashews and impeccably sautéed mushrooms, crafting a culinary masterpiece.
Ingredients
- 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
- 100g white or cremini mushrooms, sliced (½ a small pack)
- 1-2 tbsp vegan butter
- 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.
- 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.
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: 150g | Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 12.5g | Protein: 6.6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 7.5IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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