Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce with Zucchini Noodles

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A creamy, dairy-free Alfredo sauce made from blended cauliflower, served over fresh zucchini noodles for a light Italian-inspired dish. This Italian-inspired vegan recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, blends cauliflower florets, garlic cloves, olive oil into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 3, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Italian cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 3 cups cauliflower florets and cook for 8-10 minutes until very tender; drain and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Step 3: In a blender, combine the cooked cauliflower, sautéed garlic, 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/4 cup nutritional yeast, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Step 4: In the same skillet, add the spiralized noodles from 3 large zucchinis and sauté over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until just tender but still firm.
  5. Step 5: Pour the cauliflower Alfredo sauce over the zucchini noodles and toss gently to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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