Recipes
Quick Cashew Cream Pasta Sauce Recipe
2026-03-29 - 10 min read
By Diet Ethics Kitchen Team · Reviewed by Diet Ethics Nutrition Desk · Updated 2026-03-29
Why This Works
Whole cashews create a naturally creamy sauce without heavy cream, making this a practical weeknight option. The recipe is simple, scalable, and works for both pasta and roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
Tips
- Whole Cashew nuts - 3/4 cup, soaked 20 minutes
- Garlic - 3 cloves
- Warm water - 1 to 1.25 cups
- Olive oil - 1 tbsp
- Salt and black pepper - to taste
- Mixed herbs - 1 tsp
Cooking Steps
Facts
- Step 1: Blend soaked cashews, garlic, warm water, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a pan and add the blended sauce.
- Step 3: Simmer 3 to 4 minutes till it coats the spoon.
- Step 4: Toss cooked pasta and herbs, adjust seasoning, and serve.
Chef Tips
Tips
- Start with less water and thin gradually for better sauce control.
- Add chili flakes for mild heat.
- Top with roasted sunflower seeds for extra crunch.
Meal Pairing
Pair with sauteed mushrooms, broccoli, or garlic toast for a complete meal. Leftover sauce can be used as a sandwich spread next day.
