Description
This creamy vegan bliss is quick, easy, and perfect for busy evenings. Enjoy a delightful balance of flavors with this indulgent dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of cashews (soaked for at least 4 hours)
- 1 can of diced tomatoes (14-ounce)
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Fresh basil for garnish
- 8 ounces of your favorite pasta (like penne or spaghetti)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions.
- Blend the soaked cashews, diced tomatoes (with their liquid), garlic, olive oil, and salt in a blender until smooth and creamy.
- Heat the blended sauce in a pan over medium heat, stirring often for about 5 minutes.
- Combine the drained pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat each noodle.
- Serve the pasta with fresh basil on top for added flavor and freshness.
Notes
For a nut-free option, substitute cashews with sunflower seeds. You can also add sautéed vegetables like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending and Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan pasta, creamy pasta, easy dinner, cashew sauce