Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Pasta Primavera with Creamy Garlic Cashew Sauce, a delightful dish that brings comfort and nourishment to your table. This colorful pasta is not only easy to prepare but also brimming with fresh vegetables, making it a perfect option for family dinners or meal prep. The creamy garlic cashew sauce adds a rich texture without any dairy, ensuring everyone can enjoy this wholesome recipe. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve up a satisfying plant-based meal that even picky eaters will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces penne pasta (or gluten-free pasta)
- ¾ cup raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ medium red onion
- 1 large carrot
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 cloves garlic
- Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak the cashews for at least 2 hours in warm water. Drain and set aside.
- In a blender, combine soaked cashews, water, lemon juice, garlic, salt, onion powder, and black pepper; blend until smooth.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, carrot, bell pepper, and broccoli for 3–4 minutes. Add zucchini and cook for another 2 minutes before adding cherry tomatoes.
- Drain the pasta and mix it with the sautéed vegetables and creamy cashew sauce off the heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling / Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 384
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 274mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg