Tempeh and Broccoli Alfredo
A vegan twist on the classic Alfredo pasta, this recipe uses tempeh and broccoli for added nutrition and flavor.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Pasta - 8 ounces
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Nutritional yeast - 1/4 cup
- Almond milk - 1 cup
- Vegan cream cheese - 8 ounces
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Broccoli - 2 cups, chopped
- Tempeh - 8 ounces, cubed
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the tempeh and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the broccoli and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside with the tempeh.
- Add the garlic to the skillet and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the vegan cream cheese, almond milk, and nutritional yeast to the skillet. Stir until smooth and heated through.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and return to the pot.
- Add the tempeh, broccoli, and Alfredo sauce to the pot with the pasta. Stir until well combined.
- Serve the pasta hot, garnished with additional nutritional yeast if desired.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g