Description
Indulge in a bowl of vibrant pink creamy vegan pasta that’s not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor! This delightful dish features a silky sauce made from wholesome ingredients, ensuring every bite is both comforting and nutritious. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is a showstopper that will impress even the pickiest eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice (whole grain preferred)
- 1 cup soaked cashews
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook the Pasta: Boil a large pot of salted water. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- 2. Make the Sauce: While pasta cooks, drain soaked cashews. Blend cashews, spinach, garlic, olive oil, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- 3. Combine: In a mixing bowl, combine drained pasta with the creamy sauce. Gradually add reserved pasta water until you reach your desired consistency.
- 4. Serve: Plate immediately and garnish with extra nutritional yeast or fresh herbs if desired.
- 5. Enjoy: Dig in and relish every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Blending
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg