Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sun-Dried Tomato Vegan Pasta, a delightful dish that brings together rich sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a fancy gathering, this easy-to-make pasta will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Enjoy every bite of this creamy, savory meal that captures the essence of comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or penne)
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until golden brown.
- Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes for two minutes to infuse flavors.
- Pour in reserved pasta water along with nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir until combined into a creamy sauce.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce until fully coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with chopped basil before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg