Name: Creamy Vegan Alfredo (Tofu Pasta Sauce)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 lb pasta; 15 ounces silken tofu; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup plant based milk; 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; 1 tsp garlic powder; 4 tablespoons nutritional yeast; Salt and pepper; 3 tablespoons hemp hearts

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Creamy Vegan Alfredo (Tofu Pasta Sauce)

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Creamy Vegan Alfredo (Tofu Pasta Sauce)

½ lb pasta

15 ounces silken tofu

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 cup plant based milk

2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

1 tsp garlic powder

4 tablespoons nutritional yeastor sub for parmesan cheese / vegan parmesan

Salt and pepperto taste (I added 1/2 tsp of salt and 1/2 tsp of pepper)

3 tablespoons hemp hearts

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Add the remaining ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until creamy and smooth with no lumps remaining.

Pour the sauce in a medium saucepan or skillet and heat over medium until warmed through. Toss in cooked pasta until the pasta is fully covered in the sauce.

Serve and enjoy! I served mine with fresh basil and some diced sun dried tomatoes.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Silken Tofu Selection 🍚
Use only silken tofu (not firm) as it blends into a completely smooth, creamy base—pressing or draining firm tofu will result in a grainy, separated sauce.
Nutritional Yeast Activation 🌟
Add nutritional yeast while the sauce is still warm (but not boiling) to maximize its savory umami flavor and prevent it from becoming clumpy or bitter.
Hemp Hearts for Protein Boost 💪
Stir hemp hearts in after blending rather than before to maintain their nutty texture and prevent them from breaking down into the sauce, adding visual appeal and protein.
Lemon Juice Timing 🍋
Add lemon juice at the very end and taste as you go—it brightens the sauce dramatically but can easily overpower the delicate tofu base if added too early.
Sauce Consistency Control 💧
Keep extra plant-based milk nearby while heating; add small amounts to achieve silky consistency as the sauce naturally thickens, preventing an overly dense final result.