Description
This High-Protein Vegan 'Marry Me Pasta' is a flavorful and nutritious meal that combines lentil pasta, cashew cream sauce, butter beans, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for meal prep, this creamy pasta dish offers a satisfying balance of protein and fiber, making it a healthy and hearty option. Easy to make and customizable with extra veggies or spices, this plant-based recipe is perfect for vegans, those on a gluten-free diet, and anyone looking to enjoy a protein-packed, delicious meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
¼ cup raw cashews
12 oz lentil pasta
¼ cup nutritional yeast
2 cups soy milk
1 tsp olive oil
2 yellow onions, finely sliced
2 red bell peppers, thinly sliced
1 oz sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon juice
2 cups fresh spinach
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
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Cook the lentil pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a blender, combine the cashews, nutritional yeast, and soy milk. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté for about 5 minutes, until softened.
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Add the bell peppers, garlic powder, and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for another 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in the butter beans, tomato paste, oregano, and garlic powder. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
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Add the cashew cream sauce and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Add the cooked pasta, spinach, and lemon juice. Stir until the spinach wilts and the ingredients are well combined.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, add mushrooms, zucchini, or kale.
- To add spice, incorporate cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- Substitute sunflower seeds for cashews for a nut-free version.
- This recipe can be made with other high-protein pastas such as chickpea or quinoa pasta.
- For a creamy texture when reheating, add a splash of plant-based milk.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
