2 cups unsoaked cashews
1/2 cup pine nuts (or just use more cashews if you don't have pine nuts)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon thyme spice
1 teaspoon sea salt
Directions
1. Throw it all in the blender and blend 'til it gets alfredoey! It'll get really nice and creamy, so keep blending... And you're done!
2. Serve over "noodles!"
Raw Noodles
Of course, you know that raw "noodles" are simply spiralized zucchini or squash. (Or kelp noodles that you buy at a store.)
If you don't have a fancy spiralizer nor any kelp noodles on hand, just do what I do: peel the vegetable and discard the peelings. Once all of the tough peel has been removed, just use your vegetable peeler to make "noodles" out of the remainder of the vegetable. I usually discard the really seedy core though. Zucchini makes the best noodles.
I'd recommend zucchini. They have the best texture and their taste is quite bland and it takes on the sauce's flavour very nicely. But for the love of God don't use cucumber for the noodles! (Cucumbers are too wet; avoid cucumber noodles.)
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
I miss cheese, I really do. But I tell ya, this raw alfredo sauce recipe has a cheesy, creamy texture that is oh, so alfredoey.
I can honestly say that I like this alfredo sauce more than SAD (standard American diet) alfredo sauce. HONEST!
If you've tried my raw mayonnaise recipe the taste is quite similar, although this alfredo sauce is quite garlicky, whereas the raw mayo does not contain any garlic. Enjoy this absolutely delicious alfredo sauce recipe.
This recipe is quite large, and it actually keeps in the fridge really nicely.
This recipe works best with zucchini "noodles" (see below for more info) or with raw vegan kelp noodles, as seen in this photo.
Toppings
Sometimes I top my alfredo sauce and noodles with vegetables. Your taste-buds will let you know what topping you might like to try on your pasta.
My husband prefers broccoli and red pepper. I love parsley, mushrooms, tomatoes, and olives. To each his or her own! Edit: Actually, I love black pepper and parsley and that's it! Simpler is better!
But for your first time just try it simple: raw alfredo noodles and sauce.
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Rachel
Sep 06, 2012
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How long does this sauce keep in the fridge?
The Rawtarian
Sep 07, 2012
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3-4 days -stir before eating
Angie
Oct 21, 2012
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I have tried other cashew Alfredo sauces but yours is the absolute best!! Thank you so much for sharing and for all your other wonderful recipes- you are AMAZING!!!
The Rawtarian
Nov 02, 2012
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Thank you Angie :) So glad you liked this alfredo sauce. :)
OLiVe
Nov 20, 2012
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My first raw meal that is not a fruit or salad...what can i say...WOW! And thank you! Now i know i can do this!
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The Rawtarian
Dec 08, 2012
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Dear Olive, I am so glad you enjoyed it :)
Taunya
Dec 06, 2012
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All I can say is WOW!!! This recipe is incredibly delicious. This recipe would be the reason I could stay raw for a long time!!! Thank you!!!
The Rawtarian
Dec 08, 2012
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Hi Taunya, I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe :) Glad to have you here
Kristin
Dec 07, 2012
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I LOVE YOUR RECIPES!! I am on a special diet and there are a few things that I am allergic to that are common in many of your recipes. Typically when a recipe calls for cashews I substitute with macadamia nuts. What do you think? What would you substitute for dates? Also, what would you use as a black/white pepper substitute? Lastly, what would you use in place of nutritional yeast?
Thanks!
The Rawtarian
Dec 08, 2012
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Hi Kristin
1. Instead of cashews you can use macadamia nuts
2. Instead of dates... that's a hard one. It definitely depends on the recipe! Usually dates serve two purposes - to bulk up the recipe, provide stickiness and most importantly, to sweeten
3. Pepper substitute? I would just omit
4. Nutritional yeast - there is no easy replacement for nutritional yeast
J
Jan 17, 2013
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I know the cashews shouldn't be soaked...but should the raw pine nuts be soaked or not?
Thank You
The Rawtarian
Jan 26, 2013
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No need to soak the pine nuts J
Jane
Jan 26, 2013
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In the comments I saw mention of making a substitution for nutritional yeast in the recipe. I don't SEE any nutritional yeast listed in the recipe ingredients. Has there been a change in the recipe? Just wondering as I've used nutritional yeast before in a mixture to sub for Parmesan cheese. It sounds like it might be a positive addition to a raw Alfredo sauce.
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The Rawtarian
Jan 26, 2013
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Hi Jane, this recipe does not and never has called for nutritional yeast. However, I do have a similar recipe that is really yummy that does use it. In the app look for "macaroni" and you will find it. Here's the website link: http://www.therawtarian.com/raw-macaroni-and-cheese-recipe
Jgriffin73
Jan 31, 2013
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Second time trying this. I liked it more this time. I rinsed my zucchini in warm water which made them limp like pasta. Yummy!
The Rawtarian
Jan 31, 2013
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Second time's the charm :)
Mike H
Jan 31, 2013
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Another Rawtarian home run! I was absolutely shocked at how creamy this turned out! And it really sticks to the zucchini pasta, which is excellent!
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The Rawtarian
Jan 31, 2013
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Hey Mike! Haha yes, it's a nice one. It's the cashews that make it so creamy :)
Karen
Feb 07, 2013
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I am in awe of the taste of this sauce. I added some Italian herbs to the sauce as a garnish. Fantastic!!
The Rawtarian
Feb 08, 2013
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Glad you liked! Curious what you ate it with?
Karen
Feb 10, 2013
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I made zuchini noodles, tossed in some olive oil and salt and then added this sauce. I also used it as a veggie dip. Fantastic!
The Rawtarian
Feb 10, 2013
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YUM Karen!
Jovi Spooning
Feb 08, 2013
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YES! This is amazing. I'm still new to the raw life, and whenever I am tempted to go back, I just make one of your recipes and instantly the temptation vanishes!!!!
For this, I used pumpkin seeds because I didn't have pine nuts and I used fresh basil because I had no thyme, and it still came out phenomenal. THANK YOU!
The Rawtarian
Feb 09, 2013
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Those sound like interesting and delicious tweaks, Jovi! Necessity is the mother of invention :)
Estella
Feb 25, 2013
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Hey, I am very new to all of this and just interested to know how much this recipe makes? It seems like a lot of nuts to consume. How many people would it feed? Does the sauce keep? Cheers:)
The Rawtarian
Feb 25, 2013
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Hi Estella, so glad to have you in TRK! Welcome. :)
Great question. If you are using this recipe as a "pasta" sauce then it'll probably make approximately four medium-to-large servings.
This recipe does keep very well in the fridge - for approximately 3-4 days. Just stir it briefly before using. Store in fridge tightly sealed.
Estella
Feb 26, 2013
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Thanks! Today was my first day of the 30 day raw eating plan:) My Mum has joined me which is super exciting! The course has provided me with great prep. I'll let you know how it goes!
The Rawtarian
Feb 26, 2013
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Awesome Estella! If you don't mind, in TRK I will create a daily journal for you :)
Lena
Mar 10, 2013
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I made this today with kelp noodles and it was absolutely delicious, thank you! I added greek olives, chopped basil and sliced heirloom tomato.
The Rawtarian
Mar 15, 2013
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Hi Lena, that sounds super tasty!
Mese
Mar 12, 2013
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Eating it right now and loving it!!! Soooo cheesy!! Might go for a second round :-)!! Thanks for all your amazing recipes you make Raw eating easy and delicious!!
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The Rawtarian
Mar 15, 2013
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Hi Mese, so glad you liked! Glad to have you here and glad you are putting the app to good use!
Leomaris
Mar 12, 2013
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This sauce is awesome!!! Gracias!!
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The Rawtarian
Mar 15, 2013
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:) Leomaris
Mindy Willis
Mar 20, 2013
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mmmmmmmmmmmmmm..... made this last night with purple rice noodles and topped it with green onions and fresh parsley and it was soooooooooo yum!! Thanks for such great recipes, keep em coming!
:)
Mindy
The Rawtarian
Mar 24, 2013
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Awesome, Mindy! PS: Love your profile pic. Wish I could do that!
Joyel Chambers
Mar 25, 2013
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I am just starting to dabble in things like this and I am very skeptical, BUT this is AMAZING!! I used roasted cashews and then followed the recipe otherwise (and used my Vitamix). I never dreamed it would be this yummy! I just had my left overs with spaghetti squash. So good!
The Rawtarian
Mar 30, 2013
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Hi Joyel, Love the idea of having it on spaghetti squash!!
Valerie
Apr 05, 2013
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I tried both the brownies and Alfredo sauce today... LOVED BOTH!!!
The Rawtarian
Apr 07, 2013
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So glad you enjoyed, Valerie! You chose some good recipes to start with. :)
Jennie
Apr 24, 2013
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Love this one!! Thank you!
The Rawtarian
Apr 28, 2013
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You're welcome, Jennie!
sunshinemagnolia
May 02, 2013
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Just made this recipe cant wait for my boyfriend to get home so I can dig in. Putting the extras away I couldnt stop licking my fingers! YUMMY!!! I have never been a person who likes dressing but I can totally see myself putting this on almost everything!!!! I have loved all the recipes I have tried thus far! Thank you so much!!
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
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Hi Staci, so glad you enjoyed this sauce! It is really versatile. :) Hope your bf liked!!?
sunshinemagnolia
May 11, 2013
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Yes he loved it! He gave that and raspberry crumble two thumbs up! He has been requesting it frequently! =)
liz
May 05, 2013
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I love your site. it has been so much fun exploring raw foods! I do have one question though, is there any way a nut-heavy diet can clog up your digestive system? Is it okay to use the nut heavy entrees for 3 meals in a day? just wondering....
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
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Hi Liz, most people find that having nut-heavy recipes for all meals is not well suited to the body and they move towards less and less nut-based recipes the more in tune they get to their body. For me, I usually have no nuts at breaky (usually a green smoothie), not many nuts at lunch, a heavier dinner (nut-based) and then sometimes a nutty dessert.
Roxane
May 08, 2013
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INCREDIBLE! Even the kids couldn't see the difference! Thanks :-)
The Rawtarian
May 11, 2013
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Hi Roxane, that's what I call a success!
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