Ingredients
– 8 oz (225 g) pasta of your choice (gluten-free if desired)
– 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours)
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (preferably in oil)
– 2 cloves garlic (minced)
– 1 cup vegetable broth
– 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Creating Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Vegan Pasta is simple if you follow these easy steps:
1. Cook Pasta: Begin by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Cashew Cream: In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the oil.
5. Combine Sauce: Pour the cashew cream mixture over the pasta and stir until well combined. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more vegetable broth to achieve your desired consistency.
6. Season: Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning, additional salt, and pepper to taste. Stir well.
7. Heat Through: Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving.
By following these straightforward steps, you will create a delicious dish that showcases the amazing flavors of sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy vegan sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 10g