The Most Savory Cashew Alfredo Pasta with Brussel Sprouts
This creamy vegan pasta sauce – or cashew alfredo – is savory, thick, smooth, and healthy. It is perfect for vegans and people with lactose intolerances. Enjoy this rich and creamy white sauce without any of the dairy.
An incredibly comforting recipe, this cashew alfredo pasta with roasted brussels sprouts feels like a warm hug. We recommend making it in the chilly autumn and winter months. Bring it to a family get together or potluck with friends - this creamy alfredo sauce is sure to please even the pickiest eater.
Vegan Comfort Food
The changing of the seasons also brings a change in the kinds of food we eat. In the spring and summer I find myself going for lighter meals, like salads and smoothies. But in the winter and fall, my go to comfort food is rich, creamy pasta.
With colder weather I love cozy recipes that warm my body and soul. Creamy cashew Alfredo pasta is one of my favorite dishes to make during this time of year because of its warmth and rich, carb-filled goodness.
It’s the perfect recipe for cold, lazy weekends where you don’t want to leave the house. Cuddling up with a bowl of this pasta and a good movie is the ideal vibe for the chilly months ahead.
Some of my other favorite vegan comfort meals are gnocchi with creamy basil pesto, Italian white bean soup, and homemade chocolate cookies.
Cashew Alfredo Sauce
Making this vegan white sauce is simple and takes less than 10 minutes.
Begin by boiling 2 cups of water on the stove and place cashews in the water for 5-10 minutes to soften.
Next, drain the water and add the softened cashews to a blender.
Add silken tofu, nutritional yeast, white miso, vegan parmesan cheese, hemp seeds, freshly minced garlic and your seasonings.
Finally, blend all of your ingredients on high-speed until everything is well combined and creamy.
Serve overtop freshly cooked pasta and enjoy! If you want an extra crunch, keep reading to see how we roast the balsamic brussel sprouts.
How to make balsamic roasted brussel sprouts
served with cashew Alfredo pasta
Bringing tons of flavor and crisp, chewy textures, these brussel sprouts are as delicious as they are easy to make!
Preheat your oven to 350 F. Thinly chop the brussel sprouts and add to a bowl with avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Line a baking sheet with a baking mat or parchment paper. Evenly distribute brussel sprouts onto the baking sheet and place in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until browned and crispy.
Toss halfway through for even cooking.
That’s it! Now add to your pasta and enjoy!
Creamy Cashew Pasta with Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Recipe Author: Nicole Riggs
Creamy, savory white sauce. Crispy, balsamic Brussels sprouts. Yummy brown rice spaghetti noodles. The ultimate trio for this herbaceous, mouth-watering, and absolutely heavenly pasta dish.
Ingredients
1 box brown rice spaghetti noodles sub any noodle
Creamy Cashew Sauce
1/2 block silken tofu
1 cup cashews
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
2 tbsp white miso
4 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp hemp seeds
2 tbsp vegan Parmesan
2 cloves fresh garlic minced
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp oregano
Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
1.5 cup Brussels sprouts thinly chopped/shaved
1/8 cup avocado oil
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
Instructions
Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Preheat oven to 350 F. Thinly chop Brussels sprouts and add to a bowl with avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
Line a baking sheet with a baking mat or parchment paper. Evenly distribute Brussels sprouts onto the baking sheet and place in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until browned and crispy. Toss halfway through for even cooking.
Cashew Sauce
Boil 2 cups of water on the stove and place cashews in the water for 5-10 minutes to soften. Drain the water and add cashews to the blender.
Add remaining sauce ingredients and blend until smooth and creamy.
Pasta
Boil water in a large pot and prepare pasta noodles according to instructions on the box. Drain the water and add noodles back to the pot.
Pour in cashew sauce and mix into the pasta until combined. Then top with Brussels sprouts, and enjoy!
Health Benefits of Cashews
Heart Healthy
Cashews contain healthy fats that are essential to your body. Packed with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, cashews lower levels of “bad cholesterol” in the body.
Good for Skin, Nails, and Hair
Packed with iron and zinc and hence, cashews are extremely effective in checking anemia. They contain vitamin C, zinc, magnesium, selenium, and iron, which makes your skin glow! Additionally, they have high levels of copper and phosphorus, which improves hair growth and quality.
Excellent Source of Vitamins, Minerals, and Nutrients
Cashews are packed with important vitamins like Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Zinc, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin K.
A one-ounce serving of cashews contains:
Calories: 165
Protein: Less than 1 gram
Fat: 14 grams
Carbohydrates: 9 grams
Fiber: Less than 1 gram
Sugar: 1 gram
With all of these health benefits, it’s clear to see why cashews make an excellent addition to your daily diet.
We hope you enjoy this creamy alfredo cashew pasta recipe with roasted balsamic brussel sprouts. Leave us your thoughts in the comment section below. Thanks for stopping by!
Looking for more plant-based comfort meals?
Gnocchi with Creamy Basil Pesto
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