Dairy-Free Pasta with Spinach
Creamy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, this Dairy-Free Pasta with Spinach is a deliciously satisfying meal that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Made with nutrient-dense dairy-free pasta options like brown rice or chickpea pasta, this recipe combines tender baby spinach with a rich and velvety coconut milk-based sauce infused with garlic, nutritional yeast, and a hint of zesty lemon. Fresh basil adds a burst of freshness, while optional crushed red pepper flakes provide a gentle kick of heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this plant-based pasta dish is an excellent choice for vegans, those with dairy sensitivities, or anyone craving a deliciously creamy pasta without the heaviness of traditional cream sauces. Serve it hot for a nutritious, wholesome meal you’ll want to make on repeat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces dairy-free pasta (such as brown rice or chickpea pasta)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups baby spinach, washed and dried
- 1 cup canned coconut milk
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the dairy-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted.
Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes, if using.
Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat it fully with the sauce and spinach.
Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the pasta is well heated and the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil on top before serving.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your creamy, dairy-free pasta with spinach!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2064 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.6 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.5 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2487 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 263.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 52.5 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2372 mg | 50% | |
*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.
