Hey there, pasta lovers! If you’re on the hunt for a quick, delicious, and ultra-luscious vegan pasta recipe, you’ve come to the right place. This Vegan Creamy Pasta is not only incredibly flavorful but also takes just 20 minutes to whip up with simple ingredients you likely already have in your kitchen. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to try something new, this dish is perfect for you. Plus, it’s highly customizable—add your favorite veggies, adjust the seasonings, or even make it oil-free. Let’s dive into this creamy pasta adventure!
Vegan Creamy Spinach and Mushroom Pasta
Ingredients:
- Pasta: 8 oz (225 g) of your choice (e.g., fettuccine, penne)
- Shallots: 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Mushrooms: 8 oz (225 g), sliced
- Spinach: 4 cups (120 g) fresh
- Non-dairy milk: 1 cup (240 ml) thick (e.g., Almond Milk) (Use our homemade Almond milk recipe below)
- Cornstarch: 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
- Cold water: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
- Pasta water: 1/2 cup (120 ml)
- Vegan cheese: 1/2 cup (60 g), optional
- Olive oil or vegan butter: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Red pepper flakes: optional, for garnish
- Fresh parsley: chopped, for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook Pasta: Boil pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup (120 ml) of pasta water.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large cast iron skillet, heat olive oil or vegan butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add Mushrooms: Add sliced mushrooms, cook until softened.
- Create Sauce: Pour in non-dairy milk and reserved pasta water. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Thicken Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Combine: Add cooked pasta and fresh spinach to the skillet. Toss until spinach wilts and everything is well coated.
- Finish: Stir in or top with vegan cheese if using. Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy!
Is your sauce not thick enough, this can happen when using almond milk, try these ideas
Here are some tips for thickening the sauce in the Vegan Creamy Pasta recipe that uses almond milk:
- Cornstarch or Flour: Mix a tablespoon of cornstarch or flour with a small amount of cold water to create a slurry. Add this to the sauce and simmer until it thickens.
- Cashew Cream: Blend soaked cashews with water to create a thick, creamy consistency. Stir this into the sauce for added richness.
- Nutritional Yeast: Add a couple of tablespoons of nutritional yeast. It not only thickens the sauce but also adds a cheesy flavor.
Feel free to adjust the ingredients and seasonings to your taste!
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