Description
A delightful high-protein vegan pasta dish that combines luscious flavors and hearty ingredients, perfect for impressing your loved ones.
Ingredients
- Whole Wheat Pasta (12 oz)
- Cherry Tomatoes (2 cups)
- Garlic (6 cloves)
- Coconut Milk (1 can, full-fat)
- Nutritional Yeast (1/4 cup)
- Fresh Basil (1/2 cup, chopped)
- Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
- Red Pepper Flakes (to taste)
- Olive Oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for about 20-25 minutes.
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the whole wheat pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente.
- Combine the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, garlic, lemon juice, and remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a blender and blitz until creamy.
- Add the roasted tomatoes to the cooked pasta, pour the creamy sauce, and stir. Use reserved pasta water if needed.
- Toss in the chopped fresh basil and red pepper flakes, adjusting seasoning as desired.
- Plate the pasta in bowls, garnish with basil and nutritional yeast, and serve.
Notes
For added protein, consider mixing in lentils or chickpeas. This dish is perfect for cozy dinner nights or entertaining guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan, high-protein, pasta, Italian, comfort food, romantic dinner