Dairy-Free Herb-Infused Pasta
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant Dairy-Free Herb-Infused Pasta, a gluten-free delight bursting with fresh, aromatic flavors. With a luscious olive oil and garlic base, this recipe showcases a medley of chopped basil, parsley, and thyme, creating a fragrant herbal harmony. Sweet cherry tomatoes add juicy pops of flavor, while a splash of lemon juice and nutritional yeast deliver a creamy, tangy twist—no dairy needed! Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome dish is perfect for plant-based eaters, those avoiding gluten, or anyone who craves a light yet satisfying pasta meal. Serve it warm, garnished with extra herbs, for a truly irresistible dinner experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Gluten-free pasta
- 4 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
Instructions
Boil a large pot of salted water. Add gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and drain the rest.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the chopped basil, parsley, and thyme, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to release their aromas.
Add the drained pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water. Toss everything together to coat the pasta.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in lemon juice and nutritional yeast, providing a cheesy flavor without dairy.
Serve immediately, garnishing with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.8 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1288 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 154.1 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 448 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 2051 mg | 44% | |
*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.
