10 Creamy Dairy-Free Pasta Sauce Recipes

Creamy Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff

This deliciously rich and creamy mushroom stroganoff is a vegan twist on a classic comfort food dish.

Ingredients:

• 12 oz (340g) of mushrooms, sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup (240ml) of vegetable broth
• 1 cup (240ml) of coconut milk
• 1 tbsp of soy sauce
• 2 tbsp of nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp of Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
• 8 oz (225g) of your favorite pasta

Cooking method:

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté until translucent.
3. Add mushrooms and cook until they’re browned and tender.
4. Stir in the vegetable broth, coconut milk, soy sauce, nutritional yeast, and Dijon mustard; let it simmer until the sauce thickens.
5. Season with salt and pepper, and toss with cooked pasta.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cashew Alfredo Sauce

Enjoy a luscious and creamy Alfredo sauce made entirely from cashews, perfect for pasta lovers looking for a dairy-free option.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (150g) of raw cashews, soaked
• 1 cup (240ml) of water
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 3 tbsp of nutritional yeast
• 1 tbsp of lemon juice
• 1 tsp of salt
• 1/2 tsp of ground nutmeg

Cooking method:

1. Blend soaked cashews, water, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and nutmeg until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring until it thickens.
3. Combine with your favorite pasta and serve immediately.

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

This vibrant and creamy sauce is packed with the smoky flavors of roasted red peppers and enhances any pasta dish effortlessly.

Ingredients:

• 2 large red bell peppers, roasted
• 1/2 cup (120ml) of coconut milk
• 2 tbsp of olive oil
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 tsp of smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a blender, combine roasted red peppers, coconut milk, olive oil, garlic, and smoked paprika; blend until smooth.
2. Heat the sauce in a saucepan over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper.
3. Toss with cooked pasta and serve.

Avocado Pesto Sauce

This creamy avocado-based pesto sauce offers a fresh and zesty flavor, making pasta a delightful and nutritious meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 cup (30g) of fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup (60ml) of olive oil
• 3 tbsp of pine nuts
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Blend avocados, basil, olive oil, pine nuts, garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
2. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Toss with your preferred pasta and enjoy.

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

Infused with the intense flavor of sun-dried tomatoes, this creamy sauce is perfect for elevating simple pasta dishes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (120g) of sun-dried tomatoes, soaked
• 1 cup (240ml) of almond milk
• 1/4 cup (30g) of nutritional yeast
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Blend sun-dried tomatoes, almond milk, nutritional yeast, and garlic until smooth.
2. Heat the sauce over medium heat in a saucepan, adding salt and pepper.
3. Mix with pasta and serve warm.

Creamy Cauliflower Sauce

This rich and creamy cauliflower sauce is a nutritious and versatile addition to any pasta dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium cauliflower, chopped
• 2 cups (480ml) of vegetable broth
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp of lemon juice
• 1/4 cup (30g) of nutritional yeast
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Boil cauliflower in vegetable broth until tender; drain and reserve liquid.
2. Blend cauliflower, garlic, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and a bit of reserved liquid until smooth.
3. Season with salt and pepper, and toss with pasta.

Butternut Squash Sauce

This velvety smooth butternut squash sauce is a delightful autumn-inspired addition to any pasta dish, offering a subtle sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 1 small butternut squash, peeled and cubed
• 1 cup (240ml) of coconut milk
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Roast butternut squash in the oven until tender.
2. Blend roasted squash with coconut milk, garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
3. Heat the sauce in a pan, seasoning with salt and pepper before mixing with pasta.

Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

This creamy pumpkin sauce brings a touch of seasonal flavor to your pasta with its rich texture and warming spices.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (240g) of pumpkin puree
• 1 cup (240ml) of coconut milk
• 1 tbsp of maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Combine pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and maple syrup in a saucepan.
2. Add cinnamon and season with salt and pepper.
3. Simmer until heated through and toss with pasta.

Creamy Spinach Artichoke Sauce

Inspired by the classic dip, this creamy spinach artichoke pasta sauce is both indulgent and dairy-free.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (150g) of cashews, soaked
• 1/2 cup (120ml) of water
• 2 cups (60g) of fresh spinach
• 1 cup (240g) of artichoke hearts, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Blend soaked cashews, water, spinach, garlic, and salt until smooth.
2. Stir in chopped artichoke hearts.
3. Heat in a saucepan and mix with your preferred pasta.

Creamy Pea Sauce

This vibrant and creamy pea sauce is not only nutritious but adds a pop of color to any pasta dish.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (300g) of frozen peas, thawed
• 1 cup (240ml) of almond milk
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp of nutritional yeast
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Blend peas, almond milk, garlic, and nutritional yeast until smooth.
2. Heat in a saucepan over medium heat, adding salt and pepper.
3. Combine with cooked pasta and serve immediately.