Description
Indulge in the vibrant and nutritious flavors of Vegan Pasta Primavera with Creamy Garlic Cashew Sauce. This delightful dish combines al dente penne pasta with an array of fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, creamy cashew sauce that’s sure to impress both family and friends. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this vegan pasta is not only quick and easy to prepare but also completely customizable to suit your taste preferences. With its colorful presentation and comforting texture, you’ll find this recipe to be a satisfying addition to your plant-based repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta (or gluten-free alternative)
- ¾ cup raw cashews
- ½ cup water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- Assorted vegetables: red onion, carrot, bell pepper, broccoli, cherry tomatoes, zucchini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon italian seasoning
Instructions
- Soak the cashews in warm water for at least 2 hours.
- Blend soaked cashews with water, lemon juice, garlic, salt, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté sliced onion, carrot, bell pepper, and broccoli for 4 minutes. Add zucchini and cook for another 2 minutes before stirring in cherry tomatoes and Italian seasoning.
- Combine cooked pasta with vegetables and creamy cashew sauce; mix well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg