- Table of Contents -How to Make Alfredo Sauce Without Butter, Cream or Cheese. Yes, It IS Possible.
And yes, the clean eating version is out of this world. It takes less than 10-minutes to make and it has the same beloved decadent rich consistency as the real deal. I know, it all sounds too good to be true. But here you have it. Whip it up and be amazed….


How to Make Alfredo Sauce….without Dairy
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped shallots
- 1/8 teaspoon unrefined sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon non-fortified nutritional yeast (such as Sari Foodsbrand)
- 3 pinches nutmeg
- 2 whole garlic cloves
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots and saute 4 to 5 minutes, or until softened. Season with salt to taste.
- Transfer the sauteed shallots to a high speed blender (I like Vitamix) and add the water, cashews, lemon juice, white pepper, non-fortified nutritional yeast, 3 pinches of nutmeg and the garlic. Process on high speed for 1 full minute, or until mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into the saucepan and heat over low, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes, or until warmed through. Add more water if necessary. Serve warm.
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Laura
Monday 11th of June 2018
I just made this and it was so good that I could eat it right out of the pot. But, I will wait and put it over whole grain pasta and veggies. But, this is seriously rich tasting, a winner!
Ivy Larson
Tuesday 12th of June 2018
So SO happy you like it Laura!! Thank you for taking the time to let me know ;)