Vegan Alfredo with Watercress and Chives
If you’ve been reading P&H for a while, you’ll know that I have a thing for chickpeas. I love them in hummus and on salad, roasted for crispy snacking and on pizza, and yes—even in dessert. Not surprisingly, chickpea flour is also a favorite of mine for gluten-free baking because it’s easy to work with and packs a hefty dose of protein too. Just don’t taste the batter before you bake it (yuck!).
Of course, I was so pumped to hear that Lindsey of Dolly and Oatmeal created a cookbook devoted entirely to chickpea flour: Chickpea Flour Does It All. Just like her blog, this is one very gorgeous cookbook that’s packed full of gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian recipes for every season. The ingredients are wholesome, prep times are manageable, and if like me you’ve really only ever used chickpea flour for baking, this book is sure to expand your repertoire. Added bonus: Lindsey’s food styling is perfection.
I think you’re going to love her healthy (vegan + gluten-free!) take on Alfredo.
Vegan Alfredo with Watercress and Chives
Vegan Alfredo with Watercress and Chives
Serves: 4
Cook Time: 20 mins
This Vegan Alfredo recipe is gluten-free and healthy, but with a gooey, cheesy sauce that'll take you right back to your childhood.
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Vegan Servings: 4
Cook Time: 20 mins
This Vegan Alfredo recipe is gluten-free and healthy, but with a gooey, cheesy sauce that'll take you right back to your childhood.
Instructions
- Begin cooking the pasta, according to instructions on the bag. While the pasta is cooking, make the sauce.
- Place the soaked cashews in an upright high-speed blender; add the oil, yeast, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste; set aside.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together the water and flour, turn the heat to medium and continue to whisk for 6 to 7 minutes, until the mixture thickens to the consistency of a roux. Gently and carefully pour the mixture into the blender. Blend on high for 1 minute, until creamy and smooth. Taste and adjust any seasonings, if needed. Add 1 tablespoon of chives and blend on medium for about 30 seconds.
- In the last 30 seconds of cooking the pasta to al dente, add the watercress and cook until wilted. Drain the pasta and watercress and quickly rinse with cold water to stop them from cooking.
- Transfer the pasta and watercress to a serving bowl; pour the sauce over the pasta and mix. Taste and adjust salt, if needed. Serve hot with remaining 1 tablespoon of chives, chive flowers, and nutmeg.
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