Vegetarian Fettuccine Carbonara

Indulge in a creamy and satisfying twist on a classic with this Vegetarian Fettuccine Carbonara, a lighter yet flavor-packed alternative to the traditional dish. Savory sautéed button mushrooms replace pancetta, adding a rich, earthy depth, while a velvety sauce made from eggs, egg yolks, and grated parmesan cheese envelopes every strand of tender fettuccine. With minced garlic providing aromatic warmth and a fresh sprinkle of parsley for a burst of brightness, this dish achieves a perfect balance of comfort and sophistication. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's the ideal choice for an elegant weeknight dinner or a quick plant-based pasta night. Serve it with an extra dusting of parmesan for the ultimate indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams fettuccine pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 200 grams button mushrooms
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large eggs
• 2 large egg yolks
• 100 grams grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water, then drain the pasta.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and a pinch of salt, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and tender. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolks, grated parmesan cheese, and black pepper until well combined and smooth.

Step 4

Add the hot pasta to the skillet with the mushrooms, keeping the skillet off the heat. Pour the egg and parmesan mixture over the pasta, quickly tossing to coat the pasta evenly. Add reserved pasta water, a little at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. The heat from the pasta will gently cook the eggs, creating a creamy sauce.

Step 5

Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley just before serving.

Step 6

Serve immediately, garnished with additional parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(883.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2396.1

Total Fat 84.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 841mg	0%
Sodium 4238.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 305.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 115.1g	0%

Vitamin D 118.6IU	0%
Calcium 1246.8mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 934.2mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 50.0%