Best 7 Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo Recipes

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Creamy cauliflower alfredo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Made with fresh cauliflower, cream, and Parmesan cheese, this creamy sauce is a healthier alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce. It is also incredibly easy to make, requiring only a few simple ingredients. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, creamy cauliflower alfredo is sure to please everyone at your table.

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CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO



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My family loves this quick and healthy cauliflower Alfredo sauce on pasta. -Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 medium head cauliflower, chopped
4 cups water
2 vegetable bouillon cubes
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese plus additional for garnish
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (16 ounces) fettuccine
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and shallot; cook and stir until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add cauliflower, water and bouillon; bring to a boil. Cook, covered, until tender, 5-6 minutes. Drain; cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor; add 2/3 cup Parmesan and pepper flakes. Process until pureed smooth., Meanwhile, cook fettuccine according to package directions for al dente. Drain fettuccine; place in a large bowl. Add cauliflower mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle with parsley and additional Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 533mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO SAUCE



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This Creamy Cauliflower Alfredo Sauce is a healthy, low-calorie alternative to the famous Italian alfredo sauce. This easy homemade pasta sauce is a great way to sneak in some veggies!

Provided by Krista

Categories     Condiment

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 cup of water
1 cup of 2% milk
1/2 cup of grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon of dried parsley
pinch of nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
3 oz. of cream cheese

Steps:

  • Bring a medium sauce pan to medium high heat, add cauliflower florets and water. Cover.
  • Steam cauliflower until tender, about 7-10 minutes.
  • Remove cauliflower from pan, place into a blender.
  • In blender add, along with the cauliflower add, milk, parmesan, parsley, nutmeg, black pepper, and cream cheese. Blend until smooth, should be like a puree (consistency of real Alfredo sauce)
  • Serve over a bed of noodles.
  • Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.

CREAMY CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO WITH FETTUCINE



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The creamiest cauliflower Alfredo sauce is so good, you'll never know it has no cream in it. The perfect vegetarian family dinner recipe.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tbsp butter
1 onion (finely chopped)
3 garlic cloves (crushed )
3 cups cauliflower (cut into florets )
1 cup stock
1 cup milk
pinch of nutmeg
salt and pepper (to taste)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
500 g (1lb) pasta (cooked + cooking water reserved.)

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium high heat.
  • Add the onion and garlic and allow to cook until soft and translucent.
  • Add the cauliflower, stock and milk then season with nutmeg, salt and pepper.
  • Allow to simmer until the cauliflower is tender, approximately 10 minutes.
  • Transfer the sauce to a blender (or use a stick blender) and blend until smooth. You might need to add a splash more milk or stock, depending on the desired thickness.
  • Return the sauce to the pan and add the cheese. Allow the Parmesan to melt into the sauce.
  • Add cooked pasta and a splash of the pasta cooking water and toss to combine. Serve topped with more Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 kcal, Carbohydrate 70 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Sodium 536 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO SAUCE



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     condiment

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

Sea salt and coarsely ground black pepper
2 cups cauliflower florets
1 pound fettuccine noodles
1 cup 2 percent milk
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, lightly smashed
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan
Olive oil, for searing the shrimp
15 to 20 peeled medium shrimp
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cauliflower and cook at a low boil until very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove the cauliflower with a slotted spoon and set aside to drain in a colander, reserving the boiling water for the pasta.
  • Add the fettuccine to the boiling water and cook according to the package instructions (usually about 10 minutes).
  • Make the sauce while the pasta cooks. In a blender, combine the cauliflower with the milk and puree until smooth.
  • In a large skillet over medium-low heat, heat the butter and garlic until the butter melts. Add the cauliflower puree and cook for 2 minutes. Remove the garlic. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Turn off the heat and stir in the Parmesan.
  • Heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat and add some olive oil. Sear the shrimp briefly on both sides until just cooked through.
  • Use tongs to remove the pasta from the water and transfer to the skillet with the sauce. Add 1/3 cup pasta water. Turn the heat back to medium and toss to combine until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce. Add the shrimp and garnish with the parsley.

CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: water, cauliflower florets, milk, butter, garlic, salt, pepper, cooked pasta, vegetarian parmesan cheese, fresh parsley

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups water
1 head cauliflower florets
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 lb cooked pasta
vegetarian parmesan cheese, to serve
fresh parsley, to serve

Steps:

  • Boil the water over medium high heat. Add a large pinch of salt.
  • Add the cauliflower florets.
  • Cover the pot and boil for 5-7 minutes, or until cauliflower is soft.
  • With a slotted spoon, add the cooked cauliflower to a blender.
  • Add the milk, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper and blend until smooth.
  • Toss the cooked pasta with cauliflower alfredo.
  • Serve topped with parmesan, and parsley.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543 calories, Carbohydrate 96 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 9 grams

EASY VEGAN CAULIFLOWER ALFREDO SAUCE



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Make this quick and easy cauliflower-based vegan Alfredo sauce, so rich, and creamy, completely dairy-free, and keto-friendly as well!

Provided by Fioa

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Creamy     Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 22m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon olive oil
½ white onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
3 cups chopped cauliflower
1 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
2 teaspoons Himalayan salt
1 ½ teaspoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Add cauliflower and vegetable broth; cover with lid and simmer over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Place cauliflower mixture in a blender. Add nutritional yeast, salt, lemon juice, and soy sauce; blend until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fat 1.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 1339.2 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CREAMY PASTA WITH CAULIFLOWER



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This cauliflower pasta recipe was given to me by friends in Sweden. It is one of my husband's all-time favorite meals and is often requested by friends.

Provided by abraundmeier

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Main Dishes     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 medium head cauliflower, broken into small florets
½ cup salted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 tablespoon red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 pints heavy cream
1 (16 ounce) package farfalle pasta
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower into a large pot of salted water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Remove cauliflower with a strainer, reserving the cooking water in the pot.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Add cauliflower florets and red pepper flakes; saute until browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Add heavy cream; cook until reduced by half, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring the cauliflower cooking water back to a boil. Add farfalle and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain.
  • Add tomatoes to the cauliflower sauce; cook until heated through, about 1 minute. Add 1 cup Parmesan cheese to the cauliflower sauce; cook and stir until melted, about 1 minute more.
  • Combine pasta and sauce; toss until well coated. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 789.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.1 g, Cholesterol 202.3 mg, Fat 60 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 36.7 g, Sodium 380.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cauliflower: A fresh, organic cauliflower will give your Alfredo sauce the best flavor and texture.
  • Roast the cauliflower before blending it: Roasting the cauliflower brings out its natural sweetness and gives the sauce a rich, smoky flavor.
  • Use a high-powered blender: A high-powered blender will help you achieve a smooth and creamy sauce.
  • Add the milk or cream slowly: Adding the milk or cream slowly will help prevent the sauce from curdling.
  • Season the sauce to taste: Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste until you reach the desired flavor.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta: Creamy cauliflower Alfredo sauce is delicious over any type of pasta, but it is especially good with fettuccine or linguine.

Conclusion:

Creamy cauliflower Alfredo sauce is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional Alfredo sauce. It is made with simple, affordable ingredients and can be ready in just 30 minutes. The sauce is rich, creamy, and flavorful, and it is perfect for serving over your favorite pasta. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this creamy cauliflower Alfredo sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!

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