PARTNER POST: Discover how delicious dairy-free sweet and savory cooking can be with DREAM Ultimate Almond.
Made with a rich and creamy almond beverage instead of dairy, this vegan pasta sauce is the a perfect substitution with delicious spiced and nutty flavors.
Eating a plant-based diet can be perceived by many as very restrictive. Favorite creamy foods that are dairy-based are no longer an option. But honestly, any traditional recipe can be recreated into a wonderful, healthy vegan option. This recipe is my case in point. This sauce is creamy, garlicky heaven. It was light and beautiful and packed with protein. The Dream Ultimate Almond added the luscious, thicker texture and nutrients without a caloric overload. Made with four times more California almonds in every cup, you can immediately see and taste the difference. This beverage is rich, creamy, and packed with 5g of natural protein from almonds. I used the unsweetened version and it paired perfectly with my spice selection.
As with all of my recipes, feel free to add more or less of the spices to work with your preferences. Being Italian, my family loves garlic so I was a bit heavier handed with that. This recipe is ready in the time it takes you to boil your pasta. Seriously. The perfect weeknight dish and to speed up your preparation – you can steam your cauliflower beforehand so you have it when you’re ready to whip up this sauce. I hope you enjoy! 
The new DREAM Ultimate Almond beverage can be found now at Whole Foods and soon at your local Sprouts. Click here for a coupon.
For more inspiration, check out this turmeric smoothie bowl:
Creamy Vegan Cauliflower and Pea Pasta
- Total Time: 110 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A surprisingly rich and creamy pasta sauce made from blended cauliflower and nutritional yeast. This healthy, dairy-free dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- One medium sized head of organic cauliflower (washed and cut into florets)
- 1 cup (237ml) almond beverage (unsweetened)
- 1/4 cup (59ml) nutritional yeast
- 1 to 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
- Pinch nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
- Freshly ground pepper
- 1/3 cup (79ml) fresh or frozen organic green peas
Instructions
- First, bring a large stockpot of water and a few pinches of salt to a boil for your pasta (optional: use a gluten-free pasta).
- Next, in a steamer basket or pot on the stovetop, bring your water to a boil and steam your cauliflower until fork tender (about 4 minutes). Carefully drain the cauliflower and set it aside.
- Into your high-powered blender or food processor, add the cauliflower, almond beverage, nutritional yeast, garlic, nutmeg, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste the sauce once blended. Add salt and pepper to taste and blend again quickly to incorporate.
- Reserve the sauce until your pasta is done cooking.
- If using gluten-free pasta, drain it in a colander and rinse quickly.
- Add the cooked pasta to a large serving bowl. Top with the sauce and peas (allow fresh or frozen peas to thaw slightly while preparing the sauce).
- Toss well to coat the noodles with the sauce. Season with fresh ground pepper and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the amount of garlic to your taste preference. Steaming the cauliflower ahead of time can speed up the preparation process. This sauce pairs well with gluten-free pasta. Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Modern Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of nut milk instead of DREAM Ultimate Almond?
While the recipe is designed for DREAM Ultimate Almond to achieve its creamy texture, you can experiment with other nut milks, but they may not provide the same richness or protein content.
How can I adjust the garlic flavor in the vegan Alfredo sauce?
You can easily modify the garlic amount to your taste; simply add more or less garlic depending on your preference for a stronger or milder flavor.
Is steaming the cauliflower necessary for the sauce?
Steaming the cauliflower beforehand is recommended for a smoother texture in the sauce, but you can also boil it if that’s more convenient.
