Vegan Creamy White Sauce Pasta
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Creamy White Sauce Pasta—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that's both irresistibly creamy and nourishing! Featuring tender penne pasta coated in a velvety sauce made with almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a hint of lemon, this dairy-free recipe is perfect for anyone craving a rich yet wholesome meal. Infused with sautéed garlic, fresh baby spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, every bite bursts with flavor and vibrant textures. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy vegan pasta recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with its elegance. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply looking to enjoy guilt-free indulgence, this dairy-free white sauce pasta is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams Penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Baby spinach
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne 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 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and stir well to form a paste. Cook for another minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour the almond milk into the skillet, whisking continuously to avoid lumps. Continue to whisk until the sauce begins to thicken.
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Reduce the heat to low and add the baby spinach to the sauce. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
Add the cooked pasta and cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
Remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy vegan white sauce pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.1 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2716 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 214.5 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 1008 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 1329 mg | 28% | |
*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.
