Vegan Pasta with Peas
Indulge in the creamy, plant-based goodness of Vegan Pasta with Peas, a quick and satisfying dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Featuring tender vegan pasta, vibrant green peas, and a luscious coconut milk sauce infused with garlic, nutritional yeast, and a hint of lemon, this recipe delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort. Enhanced by the fragrant touch of fresh basil and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this dairy-free pasta is a delightful combination of comfort and freshness. Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this dish proves that vegan cooking can be both simple and irresistibly delicious. Try it today for a nutrient-rich meal the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz vegan pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the vegan pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. About 2 minutes before the pasta is done, add the frozen peas to the pot. Once cooked, drain both the pasta and peas and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and slowly add the coconut milk to the skillet, stirring constantly to combine.
Step 4
Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) into the coconut milk mixture. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 5
Add the drained pasta and peas to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the creamy sauce.
Step 6
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil leaves.
Step 7
Serve the pasta warm, garnished with additional basil leaves if desired. Enjoy your delicious Vegan Pasta with Peas!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (929.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1104.7 |
| Total Fat 32.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1265.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 162.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 30.0g | |
| Protein 40.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 215.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1353.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories