Healthy Alfredo Sauce
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Healthy Alfredo Sauce without the guilt! This lightened-up version combines nutritious ingredients like cauliflower and roasted garlic to create a velvety sauce that elevates any dish. Perfect for pasta, veggies, or as a dip, this recipe is easy to prepare, bursting with flavor, and aligns with your health goals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending/Steaming
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cauliflower florets (steamed)
- 2 cloves garlic (roasted)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare by chopping cauliflower into florets and roasting garlic until golden.
- Steam the cauliflower in boiling water for about 10 minutes until tender.
- Blend the steamed cauliflower and roasted garlic with vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Pour the blended mixture back into a pot over medium heat. Season with salt and pepper, stirring for about 5 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For a creamier texture, add a splash of plant-based milk when blending. - Customize by adding sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.