Dairy-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Dairy-Free Bowtie Pasta with Pesto Sauce, a quick and wholesome dish that's ready in just 30 minutes! Perfectly al dente bowtie pasta is tossed in a creamy, plant-based pesto made with fresh basil, toasted pine nuts, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, all enhanced by the nutty richness of nutritional yeast. A splash of unsweetened almond milk and extra-virgin olive oil gives the sauce its silky texture, making it a dairy-free delight that's irresistibly smooth and flavorful. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping, this recipe is vegan, packed with natural ingredients, and bursting with fresh, herbaceous goodness. Garnish with extra basil or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a visually stunning and satisfying finish!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Bowtie pasta
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Pine nuts
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Begin by bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Add a pinch of salt and the bowtie pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente, usually about 10 to 12 minutes. Once cooked, drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, prepare the pesto sauce. In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, and garlic cloves. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
Step 3
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and salt to the basil mixture. Blend until smooth. Gradually drizzle in the olive oil while the processor is running to create a smooth, emulsified sauce.
Step 4
Once the oil is incorporated, slowly add the unsweetened almond milk and blend until the pesto is creamy and well combined.
Step 5
Taste the pesto sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if necessary. Stir in the ground black pepper.
Step 6
Transfer the drained pasta back to the pot or a large mixing bowl. Pour the pesto sauce over the pasta and gently toss until well coated.
Step 7
Serve the dairy-free bowtie pasta warm, garnished with additional fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (751.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3283.0 |
| Total Fat 218.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 46.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2419.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 287.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.8g | |
| Protein 72.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 22.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 205.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1348.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories