Dairy-Free Buttered Noodles
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Dairy-Free Buttered Noodles, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. This quick and easy recipe combines perfectly al dente pasta with a luscious garlic-infused olive oil and vegan butter sauce, all enhanced by the nutty, cheesy flavor of nutritional yeast. A bright touch of fresh parsley and a hint of zesty lemon juice elevate every bite, while optional red pepper flakes offer a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 25 minutes, this simple yet satisfying dish is ideal for busy weeknights or as a versatile side. Serve it warm and garnished with parsley for an irresistible dairy-free delight that everyone will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces pasta (fettuccine or any preferred type)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons dairy-free margarine or vegan butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the pasta water.
In the same pot, heat the olive oil and dairy-free margarine over medium heat until the margarine has melted.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the cooked pasta back into the pot, tossing to coat in the garlic oil and margarine mixture.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast over the pasta and stir well to combine, adding a bit of reserved pasta water if needed to create a smooth sauce.
Stir in the fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the noodles are evenly coated.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh parsley and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.9 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.2 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1487 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.1 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 400 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
