Vegan Pasta with Cashew Cream Sauce

Vegan Pasta with Cashew Cream Sauce

Serving

1

serving
Prep time

10

minutes
Calories

600-700

kcal
Fat

18

g
Fiber

8

g
Carbs

55

g

    This creamy, dairy-free pasta is rich, delicious, and packed with healthy fats and protein—perfect for weight gain while keeping it fully plant-based!

    🌱 Ingredients

    • For the Pasta:
    • For the Cashew Cream Sauce:
      • 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for at least 2 hours, or boiled for 10 minutes)
      • ¾ cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
      • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (adds a cheesy flavor)
      • 1 tbsp lemon juice (for brightness)
      • 1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves fresh garlic)
      • ½ tsp onion powder
      • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
      • ¼ tsp black pepper
      • 1 tbsp olive oil (for extra creaminess)

    🥣 Directions

    • Cook the Pasta
      • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
      • Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions (usually 8-12 minutes).
      • Drain the pasta and set aside, saving ½ cup of pasta water.
    • Make the Cashew Cream Sauce
      • Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender.
      • Pour in plant-based milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and olive oil.
      • Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy (about 1-2 minutes).
      • If the sauce is too thick, add a little pasta water (1-2 tbsp) until you reach the desired consistency.
    • Sauté the Veggies (Optional)
      • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
      • Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until soft.
      • Stir in spinach or kale, cooking for 2 more minutes until wilted.
    • Combine Everything
      • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the veggies.
      • Pour in the cashew cream sauce and mix until well combined.
      • If needed, add a bit of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
      • Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

    🍽️ Serving Suggestions

    • Top with fresh basil and a sprinkle of nutritional yeast.
    • Serve with garlic bread or roasted veggies on the side.

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    How to Make it Even More Calorie-Dense (for Weight Gain)

    ✅ Add ½ avocado blended into the sauce for extra creaminess & calories.

    ✅ Sprinkle toasted walnuts, pine nuts, or sunflower seeds on top.

    ✅ Drizzle extra virgin olive oil before serving.

    ✅ Stir in ½ cup cooked lentils for additional protein.

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