Imagine a pasta dish so creamy, so luxurious, that you won't believe it's completely dairy-free and nut-free! This revolutionary Pumpkin Seed Alfredo is about to change everything you thought you knew about vegan cuisine. Packed with protein, incredibly smooth, and bursting with unexpected flavor, this recipe transforms humble pumpkin seeds into a restaurant-worthy sauce that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Whether you're a committed vegan, have nut allergies, or simply love exploring innovative recipes, this Alfredo will become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Soak raw pumpkin seeds in hot water for 15 minutes to soften, then drain and rinse thoroughly.
- In a high-speed blender, combine soaked pumpkin seeds, vegetable broth, unsweetened almond milk, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, typically 8-10 minutes.
- While pasta is cooking, pour the pumpkin seed sauce into a large skillet and warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta using a colander.
- Add the cooked pasta directly into the skillet with the warm pumpkin seed sauce. Toss gently to coat every strand of pasta, adding reserved pasta water if needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if required.
- Plate the pasta and garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the creamy, nutty flavor of the vegan Alfredo sauce.
Tips
- Soak your pumpkin seeds in hot water to ensure maximum creaminess and easier blending.
- Use a high-speed blender for the smoothest possible sauce texture.
- Reserve pasta water to help adjust sauce consistency if needed.
- Warm the sauce gently to prevent separation or burning.
- Fresh basil is crucial for adding a bright, fresh finish to the dish.
- For extra flavor, consider roasting garlic before adding to the sauce.
- Choose a good quality vegetable broth for deeper flavor profile.
- Experiment with different pasta shapes if fettuccine isn't your favorite.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 480kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
