Dairy-Free Pasta with Peas
Indulge in the creamy comfort of Dairy-Free Pasta with Peas, a wholesome and vibrant dish that’s perfect for plant-based eaters and anyone avoiding dairy. This quick, 25-minute recipe combines tender pasta with sweet peas and juicy cherry tomatoes, all bathed in a luscious sauce made from unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a refreshing splash of lemon juice. Infused with the aroma of sautéed garlic and topped with fresh parsley, this meal is as delightful to the taste buds as it is nourishing. Whether you use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta, this vegan-friendly dinner satisfies without compromise, offering a light, dairy-free twist on classic pasta dishes. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser any night of the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Pasta (dairy-free, such as whole wheat or gluten-free pasta)
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 unit Lemon, juiced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
Boil a large pot of water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Add the frozen peas to the boiling water during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Lower the heat and add unsweetened almond milk to the skillet, stirring gently.
Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Allow the mixture to cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until it slightly thickens.
Add the cooked pasta and peas to the skillet. Toss until the pasta is well-coated with the sauce.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes and chopped parsley, tossing gently to combine.
Serve warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1386 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.0 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1609 mg | 34% | |
*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.
