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Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Pasta

Creamy Red Pepper Alfredo Pasta: A Luxuriously Healthy Treat

A comforting, flavorful creamy red pepper Alfredo pasta that's vegan and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Adds sweetness and vibrant color; use raw or roasted.
  • 1 cup Water Essential for blending.
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews or Macadamia Nuts Provide richness; substitute sunflower seeds for nut-free.
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast or Parmesan Cheese Imparts umami flavor; nutritional yeast keeps it vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Contributes depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric Offers warmth and color.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional, adds warmth and complexity.
For Serving
  • 10 oz Pasta Or vegetables; spaghetti squash is a great low-carb option.
  • Optional Grilled or Roasted Vegetables, Beans Boosts nutritional value and flavor.

Equipment

  • High-speed blender
  • Medium saucepan
  • Bowl for soaking

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak Nuts: Begin by soaking your raw cashews or macadamia nuts in a bowl of water for 6-8 hours.
  2. Roast the Red Pepper: Deseed and chop a red bell pepper. Optionally roast under a broiler for 10-12 minutes.
  3. Blend the Sauce: Combine soaked nuts, roasted red pepper, water, nutritional yeast, salt, onion powder, ground turmeric, and nutmeg in a blender and blend until smooth.
  4. Heat the Sauce: Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan over low heat for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Cook Pasta or Vegetables: Boil salted water and cook pasta or steam vegetables until tender.
  6. Combine: Drain pasta and mix it with the sauce, adding grilled or roasted vegetables if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 95mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Soak nuts longer for an ultra-creamy sauce. Taste the sauce before serving to adjust seasoning.

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