Dairy-Free Tallarines Verdes

Transform your pasta night with this vibrant and creamy Dairy-Free Tallarines Verdes! This plant-based twist on the classic Peruvian dish features a velvety green sauce made from fresh basil and spinach, blended with soaked cashews for a luscious, dairy-free alternative to traditional cream. Nutritional yeast adds a savory, cheesy note while a pop of lemon juice brightens the flavors. Perfectly coating gluten-free or traditional spaghetti or linguine, this 30-minute meal is as nourishing as it is delicious. Garnish with crunchy walnuts or pumpkin seeds for an extra layer of texture and elegance. Ideal for vegans, those with dairy sensitivities, or anyone looking to enjoy a healthier comfort food classic, this dish will bring bold, herbaceous flavors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Spaghetti or linguine (gluten-free if necessary)
• 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
• 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup Unsweetened plant-based milk (such as almond, oat, or soy)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 20 minutes and drained)
• 2 whole Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Optional: Walnuts or pumpkin seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti or linguine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, prepare the sauce. In a blender, combine the fresh basil leaves, spinach leaves, soaked and drained cashews, garlic cloves, nutritional yeast, olive oil, plant-based milk, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender or add an extra splash of plant-based milk to achieve your desired consistency.

Step 4

Once the pasta is cooked and drained, return it to the pot over low heat. Pour the green sauce over the pasta and gently toss until the noodles are fully coated and heated through.

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to enhance the flavor.

Step 6

Serve immediately, garnished with a sprinkle of chopped walnuts or pumpkin seeds if desired, for a bit of crunch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(974.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2156.2

Total Fat 131.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2579.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 66.9g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 517.5mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 2154.5mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 12.2%

Carbs: 34.2%