Dairy-Free Creamy Lemon Pasta

Bright, zesty, and entirely dairy-free, this Creamy Lemon Pasta is a game-changer for plant-based comfort food lovers. Featuring tender spaghetti tossed in a luscious sauce made from unsweetened coconut milk, fresh lemon juice, and nutritional yeast, this recipe is a creamy delight without the dairy. The subtle garlic aroma and a touch of cornstarch for the perfect thickness ensure every bite is irresistibly smooth. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this quick and easy vegan pasta is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and a hint of lemon zest, it’s a light yet satisfying dish bursting with bold flavors. Ideal for those seeking a dairy-free, vegan lemon pasta recipe that doesn’t skimp on creaminess or taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces spaghetti or other pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water and then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the spaghetti is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the coconut milk to the skillet, along with the lemon zest, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy lemon sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add some reserved pasta water to reach the desired consistency.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if necessary.

Step 7

Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley over the pasta before serving.

Step 8

Serve immediately with additional lemon zest and freshly ground black pepper if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	963.1

Total Fat 35.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1252.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 130.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 4.4g
Protein 30.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 533.7mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 641.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.4%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 54.1%