Description
Indulge in the creamy, rich flavors of Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Vegan Pasta, a delightful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This Italian-inspired pasta combines gluten-free fettuccine with a savory sauce made from sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and luscious coconut cream. It’s not only quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, but also versatile enough to cater to various dietary preferences. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy family meal, this plant-based delight will impress every palate. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering taste, it’s a fantastic way to bring comfort food to your table without sacrificing health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 servings gluten-free fettuccine
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 10 sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth
- 7 oz full-fat canned coconut milk (thick cream only)
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Baby arugula and chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the gluten-free fettuccine in boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes in water or broth.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, and tomato paste; cook until caramelized (2–3 minutes).
- Add halved cherry tomatoes and water/broth; cover and cook until soft (3–4 minutes).
- Mix in coconut milk and nutritional yeast; season with salt and pepper. Simmer until thickened (5–10 minutes).
- Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; toss in baby arugula.
- Serve topped with parsley and optional vegan parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sauteing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg