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walnut cream sauce in a green bowl
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Walnut Cream Sauce

Walnut Cream Sauce is a vegan alternative to cheese or milk based pasta sauces. Simple, fresh ingredients and ready to eat in less than 10 minutes. Add butter for a richer, non vegan option.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Total Time7 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Keyword: easy, vegan
Servings: 6
Calories: 293kcal
Author: Kristina Tipps

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 cups walnuts
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • ¼ cup onion
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½-1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoon butter optional

Instructions

  • Blend all ingredients in a food processor or blender, adding water ¼ cup at a time until desired creaminess is reached. Add additional water if needed.
  • Warm on the stove on medium heat for 2 minutes. If using butter, add now. Season with additional salt as desired.
  • Serve on pasta, fish, or drizzled over your favorite meal.

Notes

Calorie count is for ¼ cup of sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 2oz | Calories: 293kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 19g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 229mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 125IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 1mg