Vegan Pasta with Broccoli
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this delicious and nourishing Vegan Pasta with Broccoli recipe! Featuring tender vegan pasta and vibrant broccoli florets, this dish is tossed in a creamy, dairy-free sauce made with almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a hint of zesty lemon juice for irresistible flavor. Sautéed garlic and a touch of red pepper flakes add depth and a mild kick, while fresh parsley makes for the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this wholesome and satisfying meal is ideal for busy families and plant-based eaters alike. Perfect for a quick vegan dinner, this recipe showcases simple ingredients and bold flavors that are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Vegan pasta (e.g., penne, spaghetti)
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the vegan pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
During the last 5 minutes of the pasta's cooking time, add the broccoli florets to the boiling water with the pasta.
Once cooked, drain the pasta and broccoli, reserving about 1 cup of the pasta water. Set aside.
In a large pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Add the almond milk and nutritional yeast to the pan, stirring well to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Add the drained pasta and broccoli to the pan with the sauce. Toss gently to combine and heat everything through.
If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the reserved pasta water until the desired consistency is achieved.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.3 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2639 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.5 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 667 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 453 mg | 10% | |
*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.
