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This Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta recipe is super simple to whip up in less than 30 minutes from start to finish. It’s the perfect main or side dish for those busy weeknights. Definitely comforting and satisfying! Try it tonight for an easy meal the whole family will love.

More comforting dishes? Check out Vegan Broccoli Rice Casserole, 25 Comforting Vegan Instant Pot Recipes for Busy Weeknights and this amazing Easy 50 Minute Vegan Chili Pasta Bake!

Why You’ll Love This Healthy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta

This Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta recipe is full of decadent flavor, so you can indulge guilt-free. Plus, with the added broccoli, you’re getting a boost of nutrients and texture that will make this dish a new favorite in your household. This easy vegan meal is sure to become a household favorite, loaded with flavor and nutritional benefits.

Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta is the perfect dish for anyone seeking a plant-based take on a classic favorite. This recipe uses fresh broccoli and a rich, dairy-free Alfredo sauce to create a satisfying meal. Enjoy how the creamy sauce clings to every bite of pasta and broccoli, making it ideal for weeknight dinners. Give this delicious vegan option a try for your next pasta night.

It’s a pretty basic alfredo, but it’s veganized completely and it tastes amazing! The kids won’t even turn this down, even with the broccoli in it, which ultimately balances out the dish to make it more vegetable-friendly. Yay!

Pasta is one of our favorites and we have it quite often. You can use any pasta shapes you want, even gluten-free pasta is available. Have fun with this recipe and make it often!

For more pasta dishes, enjoy this Vegan Spaghetti and Meat Sauce, Vegan Pasta Primavera, Best Ever Easy Vegan Macaroni & Cheese and these 18 Best Vegan Mac and Cheese Recipes You’ll Definitely Want to Mac on!

Ingredients

Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta recipe

vegan butter or olive oil
all-purpose flour
unsweetened non-dairy milk
nutritional yeast can also use vegan parmesan
garlic powder
onion powder
salt & pepper to taste
Optional: Squeeze of lemon juice
pasta of choice
broccoli florets

Instructions How to Make Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta

Cook your pasta according to package. Steam broccoli using your preferred method. If you like you can cook your broccoli with the pasta by adding the broccoli to the cooking pasta 3 minutes before pasta is done. (make sure you add extra water if you cook the broccoli with the pasta. Broccoli should be bright green. Set aside while you cook the vegan alfredo sauce.
In a medium saucepan, heat oil or vegan butter over medium heat, add the flour and whisk until smooth.
Continue to cook for another 1 1/2 minutes. Add a little of the almond milk and mix it in, then gradually add the rest of the milk and continue to whisk until smooth.
Add in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and squeeze of lemon.
Turn heat to medium low and cook another 8 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and add nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan.
Adjust consistency with additional milk if needed.
Stir until well incorporated and taste for flavor adding more salt or garlic/onion powder as needed.
Toss together the pasta, broccoli and sauce in the pot you cooked the pasta in.
Serve!

More Options for Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta

For a little heat, try adding a dash or two of red pepper flakes, additional vegan parmesan and some lovely cracked pepper! YUM!
You can add any steamed or frozen veggies in to make your own version.
Simply add some roasted red pepper, peas, mushrooms, fresh spinach, roasted zucchini or whatever your little heart desires or any veggies that you need to use up. Then you’ll have more of a Pasta Primavera and it’s all good!

This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to add more vegan meals to their routine without sacrificing taste or creaminess. Whether you are new to vegan cooking or a seasoned pro, this dish fits all skill levels.

In just under 30 minutes, you can make a delicious vegan version of creamy Alfredo pasta with broccoli. Not only is this cheesy, creamy, and flavorful, but it’s healthy, nutrient-rich, and guilt-free!

Try this delicious vegan pasta dish for your next family dinner night and enjoy the health and flavor benefits of this vegan dish. Try it out tonight and see for yourself!

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VEGAN CREAMY ALFREDO BROCCOLI PASTA

This Vegan Creamy Alfredo Broccoli Pasta is so easy and super simple to whip up in less than 30 minutes from start to finish and it’s the perfect meal or side dish for those busy weeknights!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Course Dinner, lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings 4 Servings

Ingredients

4 tablespoons vegan butter or olive oil
4-5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups unsweetened non-dairy milk
Optional: 2-3 tablespoons nutritional yeast can also use vegan parmesan
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
salt & pepper to taste
Optional: Squeeze of lemon
12 oz. pasta
12 oz. broccoli florets about 3 cups

Instructions

Cook your pasta according to package. Steam broccoli using your preferred method. If you like you can cook your broccoli with the pasta by adding the broccoli to the cooking pasta 3 minutes before pasta is done. (make sure you add extra water if you cook the broccoli with the pasta. Broccoli should be bright green. Set aside while you cook the alfredo sauce.
In a medium saucepan, heat oil or vegan butter over medium heat, add the flour and whisk until smooth.
Continue to cook for another 1 1/2 minutes. Add a little of the almond milk and mix it in, then gradually add the rest of the milk and continue to whisk until smooth.
Add in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and squeeze of lemon.
Turn heat to medium low and cook another 8 minutes until sauce thickens, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and add nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan.
Adjust consistency with additional milk if needed.
Stir until well incorporated and taste for flavor adding more salt or garlic/onion powder as needed.
Toss together the pasta, broccoli and sauce in the pot you cooked the pasta in.
Serve!