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Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta

A delicious and satisfying plant-based pasta dish that is creamy, comforting, and easy to make on busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 400

Ingredients

Pasta and Main Ingredients

  • 8 oz Pasta of choice Select according to preference.
  • 1 cup Cashews Soaked for at least 2 hours.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for richer flavor are recommended.
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth Add more if sauce is too thick.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil For blending the sauce.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil For garnish and flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Vegan parmesan For garnish.
  • 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes For an added kick.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.

Method

Preparation

  • Soak the cashews in water for at least 2 hours. Drain and rinse.

Blending the Sauce

  • In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Cooking the Pasta

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and return to the pot.

Combining

  • Pour the creamy sauce over the cooked pasta and stir to combine.

Serving

  • Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil, vegan parmesan, and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

If you have leftovers, store the pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of vegetable broth or water if needed. Consider adding pine nuts or walnuts for extra crunch.
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