Dairy-Free Classic Butter Pasta
Indulge in the comfort of creamy, buttery pasta—without the dairy! This Dairy-Free Classic Butter Pasta is a versatile and luscious plant-based version of the classic dish. Made with rich dairy-free butter, olive oil, and aromatic garlic, it’s tossed with al dente spaghetti in a velvety, herb-infused sauce that’s elevated by a touch of nutritional yeast for a subtle cheesy flavor. The dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a quick gourmet dinner. Finished with fresh parsley and a dash of black pepper, this recipe proves that dairy-free can still be indulgently delicious. Whether you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant, or just looking to try something light yet satisfying, this pasta will have you coming back for seconds!
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Dairy-free butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 12 ounces Dried spaghetti or other pasta
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
Step 2
Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and 2 tablespoons of dairy-free butter.
Step 4
Once the butter has melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Add the vegetable broth and let it simmer for about 3 minutes to slightly reduce.
Step 6
Stir in the remaining butter, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the butter is fully melted and the sauce is well combined.
Step 7
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it with the sauce. If needed, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach your desired sauce consistency.
Step 8
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and toss everything together.
Step 9
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
Step 10
Serve immediately, garnished with more parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (691.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2083.6 |
| Total Fat 81.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2156.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 277.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 12.8g | |
| Protein 55.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 139.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1493.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories