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    Published: Apr 10, 2016 · Modified: Dec 14, 2021 · by Cindy

    Creamy Vegan Alfredo Spaghetti Squash

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    1 Thank you to Blendtec for generously providing the Designer 725 & Twister Jar for this giveaway! The recipeand opinions in this post are 100% mine.
    2 Creamy Vegan Spaghetti Squash Alfredo
    2.1 Ingredients
    2.1.1 For the Sauce:
    2.2 Instructions
    2.2.1 For Spaghetti Squash:
    2.2.2 For Broccoli & Mushrooms:
    2.2.3 For Sauce:
    2.2.4 To Assemble:
    2.3 Notes
    2.4 If you make this amazing recipe, make sure you snap a pic and upload it to Instagram. Don't forget to tag me (@happyfoodholly)
    3 If you liked this recipe, make sure you share it on Yummly, Pinterest, Facebook, StumbleUpon, and Twitter with the buttons below.
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    Love an alfredo sauce but would rather eat something a little lighter without sacrificing flavor? This is the meal for you! Totally dairy-free and vegan alfredo that is full of strong flavor for your whole family.

     

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    Creamy Vegan Spaghetti Squash Alfredo

    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour hour
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
    Calories:
    Author: Cindy

    Ingredients

    • 1 large spaghetti squash
    • 1-2 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 1 head of broccoli , chopped
    • 8 ounces mushrooms , sliced

    For the Sauce:

    • 8 large cloves garlic , minced
    • 2 Tablespoons butter
    • 5-6 cups cauliflower , chopped
    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk

    Instructions

    For Spaghetti Squash:

    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. With a large and very sharp knife, cut the spaghetti squash in half long-ways. With a spoon, scrape out the seeds and "guts." Drizzle with olive oil. Turn flesh-side-down in a 9x13 baking pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until tender with pierced with a fork. Remove from oven, and with a fork, scrape out the flesh to create spaghetti squash "noodles."

    For Broccoli & Mushrooms:

    • In a large pot, heat a couple inches of water to medium heat. Using a metal steamer in the bottom of the pot, place broccoli and mushrooms in and steam until broccoli is bright green and tender.

    For Sauce:

    • Saute the minced garlic with butter in a large nonstick skillet over low heat. Cook for several minutes or until garlic is soft and fragrant. Remove from heat and place in blender.
    • Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in same large skillet. Add cauliflower and cook, covered for 7-10 minutes or until cauliflower is very tender and falls apart when pierced with a fork. Do not drain.
    • Use a slotted spoon to transfer cauliflower to the blender with garlic and butter. Add 1 cup of the cooked vegetable broth, salt, pepper, and almond milk. Blend for several minutes until the sauce is very smooth, adding more broth or milk depending on how thick you want the sauce.

    To Assemble:

    • Top spaghetti squash with steamed veggies and hot cauliflower alfredo sauce.

    Notes

    Makes 4-6 servings
    Sauce Adapted from Pinch of Yum

    If you make this amazing recipe, make sure you snap a pic and upload it to Instagram. Don't forget to tag me (@happyfoodholly)

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    1. Sheet says

      September 09, 2021 at 10:27 am

      The squash turned out perfectly! I couldn’t be happier and won’t cook it any other way now. Thank you.

      Reply
    2. Alvin Charles says

      December 08, 2019 at 12:30 am

      I loved this recipe and definitely try on this weekend.

      Great Work

      Reply
    3. Ankita says

      August 24, 2019 at 11:34 am

      Hi!!
      Love your post. It's really amazing & helpful too. Being foodie i keep trying new dishes i tried your recipe & it turned out to be really tasty . Keep sharing 🙂
      Thank You & Regards
      Ankita

      Reply
      • Holly Waterfall says

        September 06, 2019 at 10:14 am

        So happy you enjoyed it!

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    4. Deep Web says

      August 07, 2019 at 11:16 pm

      Best recipe yet. It came out perfect and definitely not mushy! It’s pinned and saved for next time!

      Reply
    5. Ranjeet Sharma says

      July 26, 2019 at 10:59 am

      Hey Holy,
      I am very found of eating and trying new recipes. Preparing spaghetti squash by your method gave me an excellent experience in cooking ? which I had not before. The squash turned out perfectly! I couldn’t be happier and won’t cook it any other way now.
      Thank you and keep sharing the recipes with us
      With love and respect ? ♥

      Reply
    6. Mohit Kumar says

      December 02, 2017 at 12:19 am

      5 stars
      Looks delicious!!
      Going to make this dish in the upcoming days!!
      Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
    7. nikki says

      July 04, 2017 at 8:14 am

      5 stars
      Its great Your recipe is very informative. your recipe page design looks very great. also recipe is superb.thanks a lot for sharing this recipe.

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    8. Gloria Jean says

      April 20, 2017 at 6:54 am

      I so enjoy your site and your recipes. Would you please consider adding a print option so we can enjoy your recipes a little more easily. Thank you.

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      • Holly Waterfall says

        April 20, 2017 at 10:53 pm

        Hi Gloria! If you look above the ingredients in the recipe card, you have the option to either save the recipe or print the recipe! I hope that helps!

        Reply
    9. techlazy.com says

      April 01, 2017 at 5:32 am

      I have made spaghetti squash maybe 50 over the last few years. I tried your method today and this was by far the best way I have ever cooked it. The squash turned out perfectly! I couldn’t be happier and won’t cook it any other way now. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Holly Waterfall says

        April 03, 2017 at 8:35 am

        YAY!! I am so so happy to hear this! I love spaghetti squash and never make it any other way. Thanks for coming by and letting me know how much of a success it was for you.

        Reply

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