Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Pink Creamy Vegan Pasta, a dish that transforms any meal into a delightful experience. This easy-to-make recipe features pasta enveloped in a luscious pink sauce made from cashews and tomato, creating a perfect balance of creamy and tangy. Ideal for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this colorful dish is sure to impress both vegans and non-vegans alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 4 hours)
- 1 cup high-quality tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soak cashews in water for at least 4 hours until softened.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach until wilted.
- Drain soaked cashews and blend with tomato sauce, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; reserve some pasta water before draining.
- Combine pasta with the sautéed mixture, then add the pink sauce. Mix well.
- Serve warm with optional garnishes like nutritional yeast or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg