Description
A rich and creamy vegan pasta dish featuring caramelized onions and a delightful blend of wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- Pasta (any type, such as whole wheat or gluten-free)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Yellow onions
- Fresh garlic
- Soaked cashews (or sunflower seeds for nut-free)
- Nutritional yeast (certified gluten-free if needed)
- Unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, oat, or coconut)
- Fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh herbs (basil or parsley)
Instructions
- Prepare the cashews by soaking them for at least 4-6 hours (or 15-20 minutes in hot water if short on time).
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside, reserving a cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-low heat, add sliced onions, and cook for 15-20 minutes until caramelized.
- Add minced garlic to the onions and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Blend the soaked cashews, plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet with caramelized onions and pour the creamy sauce over. Toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Add steamed vegetables for extra nutrition and consider incorporating chickpeas or white beans for added protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan pasta, creamy pasta, plant-based cooking, dairy-free, healthy recipe
