Delicious Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe!
This Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta is a delightful dish that combines rich flavors with a creamy texture, perfect for any occasion. It’s quick to prepare and sure to impress both vegans and non-vegans alike!
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- Pasta (whole wheat penne or gluten-free pasta)
- Sun Dried Tomatoes (oil-packed or dry-packed)
- Cashews (soaked)
- Garlic (fresh or garlic powder)
- Vegetable Broth
- Nutritional Yeast
- Spinach (fresh or frozen)
- Olive Oil
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water. Add your pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, reserve a cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
- Prepare the Cashew Cream: While the pasta is cooking, drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender. Add in the vegetable broth, garlic, nutritional yeast, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. You may need to add a bit more vegetable broth or pasta water to achieve your desired consistency.
- Sauté the Sun Dried Tomatoes: In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sun dried tomatoes and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until it wilts down, which should take about 2 minutes.
- Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the sun dried tomatoes and spinach. Pour in the cashew cream and gently toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water until you reach the desired creaminess.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and a splash of lemon juice for brightness. Mix well.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, and if you like, top with extra sun dried tomatoes, a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, or fresh herbs like basil or parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Consider adding chickpeas or vegan sausage for protein. Fresh herbs and spices like basil, oregano, or red pepper flakes can elevate the flavors. This pasta is great for meal prep and can be frozen for up to 2 months.