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Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 8 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A creamy and flavorful Red Pepper Alfredo Sauce that is dairy-free and made with roasted red bell peppers and cashews. This versatile sauce pairs perfectly with pasta, spaghetti squash, or vegetables, making for a delicious, nutritious meal in just 10 minutes of active cooking time. The recipe is easy to prepare, requiring soaking nuts beforehand and blending ingredients into a smooth, rich sauce with a subtle hint of turmeric and onion powder.

Ingredients

Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 red bell pepper (raw or roasted)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup raw cashews (or macadamia nuts)
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric

Main Dish

  • 10 oz pasta (or spaghetti squash or vegetables)

Optional Add-ons

  • Grilled or roasted veggies
  • Beans

Instructions

  1. Soak Nuts: Place the raw cashews in a cereal bowl, cover them fully with water, and let soak for 6-8 hours to soften. After soaking, drain completely and pat dry with a towel.
  2. Blend Sauce: In a food processor or high-speed blender, combine the soaked cashews, red bell pepper, 1/2 cup water, nutritional yeast (or Parmesan cheese), salt, onion powder, and ground turmeric. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. If using spaghetti squash or vegetables, prepare them accordingly.
  4. Heat Sauce: Transfer the blended sauce to a pot and gently heat until it reaches your desired temperature, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Combine and Serve: Once the pasta is cooked, drain it thoroughly without rinsing. Pour the warm red pepper alfredo sauce over the pasta, stir to coat evenly, and season with extra salt and pepper if needed. Mix in any optional grilled or roasted vegetables or beans as desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Soaking the nuts for 6-8 hours is crucial to achieve a smooth, creamy sauce texture.
  • Using roasted red bell peppers instead of raw will provide a deeper, sweeter flavor.
  • Substitute nutritional yeast with Parmesan cheese if not dairy-free.
  • For a lower calorie or gluten-free option, use spaghetti squash or vegetables instead of pasta.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste, especially salt and pepper, after mixing sauce and pasta.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/red-pepper-alfredo-sauce-recipe/