Description

This creamy and dairy-free Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce is a healthy alternative to traditional Alfredo, made with cauliflower, garlic, and nutritional yeast for a rich, cheesy flavor. Perfect for pasta or steamed vegetables, this sauce is simple to prepare, vegan-friendly, and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (Or butter or vegan butter)
4 cups Cauliflower florets
2 teaspoons Garlic Cloves, minced (about 8 cloves)

Seasonings and Liquids

1 cup Vegetable Stock
1/2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
3 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast (or grated Parmesan if not dairy-free)
1/4 – 1/2 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk (optional, for thinning)

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: In a non-stick pot over medium heat, melt the coconut oil. Add the cauliflower florets and minced garlic, stirring frequently. Cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant to develop flavor.
Simmer Cauliflower: Add the vegetable stock, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the pot. Cover, bring to a light boil, then reduce the heat to low-medium. Let it simmer until the cauliflower is fork tender, about 6 to 7 minutes.
Steam Off Excess Moisture: Remove the pot from heat and take off the lid. Allow it to steam out for 10 minutes, concentrating flavors and reducing excess liquid.
Blend Sauce: Transfer all cooked ingredients into a heat-safe blender jug such as a Vitamix. Add the nutritional yeast or Parmesan cheese. Blend on speed 6-7 until the sauce is smooth. If the mixture is too thick or doesn’t blend well, gradually add the unsweetened almond milk by 1/4 cup increments until your desired texture is achieved.
Serve: Use the sauce immediately over cooked pasta or steamed vegetables for a creamy, flavorful meal.
Storage: Store any leftover sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.

Notes

Use vegan butter as an alternative to coconut oil for a different flavor profile.
Adjust almond milk quantity to control sauce consistency.
Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor suitable for vegan diets; Parmesan can be used if not dairy-free.
This sauce pairs well with gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free meal.
Store leftover sauce properly to maintain freshness and flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Sauce
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce, vegan alfredo, dairy-free pasta sauce, healthy alfredo, cauliflower sauce, vegan sauce recipe, creamy cauliflower sauce