Vegan Spinach Fettuccine
Elevate your pasta night with this luxurious Vegan Spinach Fettuccine, a creamy and vibrant dish that's as nourishing as it is satisfying. Perfectly al dente fettuccine is enveloped in a velvety spinach sauce made from fresh spinach leaves, soaked cashews, and unsweetened plant-based milk for a creamy texture—no dairy required! Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy depth, while garlic, lemon juice, and a hint of black pepper create a harmonious blend of flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this wholesome recipe is ideal for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for dinner guests. Customize it with gluten-free pasta or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra zest, and savor every bite of this plant-based comfort food!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta (made from durum wheat or gluten-free option for gluten-free diets)
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1.5 cups unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy, or oat milk)
- 1.5 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.5 cup raw cashews (soaked in hot water for 15 minutes)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon optional red pepper flakes (for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to the package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
Step 2
While the pasta cooks, prepare the spinach sauce. In a blender, combine fresh spinach leaves, plant-based milk, soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Pour the spinach sauce into the skillet and heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4
Add the cooked fettuccine to the skillet with the spinach sauce. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 5
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Step 6
Serve the vegan spinach fettuccine immediately. Optional: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (904.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1191.7 |
| Total Fat 53.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2683.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 140.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.7g | |
| Protein 42.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 150.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 607.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1525.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories