Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley

Why Make This Recipe

Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley is a delicious and satisfying dish that everyone can love. It’s simple to make and packed with flavors that will impress even the pickiest eaters. This dish is not only vegan but also nutritious, thanks to the cashews, spinach, and parsley. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a leisurely weekend meal.

How to Make Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley

Ingredients:

• 1 bulb garlic – top sliced off
• 1 ½ cups cashews (soaked for 6-24 hours or 1 hour in boiling water)
• 1 ½ cups vegetable broth
• ¼ cup nutritional yeast
• 1 cup spinach
• 1 bunch parsley
• Juice from ½ lemon
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper
• 3-4 servings cooked pasta of choice

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place the garlic bulb in a baking dish and roast for 40 minutes.
3. Once the garlic is done roasting, remove it from the bulb and add it to a blender.
4. Add the soaked cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, spinach, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the blender.
5. Blend everything until smooth.
6. Toss the creamy sauce with the cooked pasta and serve warm.
7. You can top it with more chopped parsley or nutritional yeast for extra flavor.
8. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

How to Serve Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley

Serve this pasta warm with a sprinkle of chopped parsley or extra nutritional yeast on top. It pairs well with a simple green salad or some roasted vegetables. You can also add a side of garlic bread to make the meal even more special!

How to Store Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley

To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This pasta can be kept for up to three days. When ready to eat, simply reheat it in the microwave or on the stove until warmed through.

Tips to Make Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta with Cashews and Parsley

• Soaking the cashews for longer will give the sauce a creamier texture. If you’re short on time, boiling them for an hour works well too.
• Feel free to use any pasta you like, such as penne, spaghetti, or gluten-free options.
• Add more veggies like mushrooms or zucchini for extra nutrition and flavor.

Variation

You can switch up the greens and use kale or arugula instead of spinach. Adding sun-dried tomatoes or olives can also give the dish a different twist.

FAQs

Can I make this pasta gluten-free?
Yes! Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

Can I use other nuts instead of cashews?
Yes! Almonds or pine nuts can be used, but soaking may be necessary for them to blend smoothly.

How can I make this dish spicier?
You can add red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce for some heat.

Vegan Creamy Spinach Garlic Pasta

A delicious and satisfying vegan dish, packed with flavors from roasted garlic, cashews, and fresh greens, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Italian, Vegan

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the creamy sauce

• 1 bulb garlic Top sliced off
• 1.5 cups cashews Soaked for 6-24 hours or 1 hour in boiling water
• 1.5 cups vegetable broth
• 0.25 cups nutritional yeast
• 1 cup spinach Fresh
• 1 bunch parsley Chopped
• 0.5 pieces lemon Juice from ½
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp pepper

For the pasta

• 3-4 servings cooked pasta Of choice

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Place the garlic bulb in a baking dish and roast for 40 minutes.
3. Once the garlic is done roasting, remove it from the bulb and add it to a blender.
   

Making the sauce

1. Add the soaked cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, spinach, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the blender.
2. Blend everything until smooth.
   

Combine and Serve

1. Toss the creamy sauce with the cooked pasta and serve warm.
2. Top with more chopped parsley or nutritional yeast for extra flavor.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.