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Vegan Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Heavenly Vegan Creamy Mushroom Pasta in 30 Minutes

This Vegan Creamy Mushroom Pasta is a quick and delicious meal packed with flavor and nutrition.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cashew Sauce
  • 1 cup raw cashews soaked for at least 2 hours or in hot water for 30 minutes
  • 1 cup vegetable broth low-sodium or mushroom broth
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh juice enhances flavor
For the Pasta Dish
  • 12 oz cremini or button mushrooms fresh mushrooms add rich umami flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 small yellow onion finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin for added flavor
  • 8 oz pasta spaghetti or fettuccine, gluten-free if required
  • seasonings salt and black pepper to taste, optional smoked paprika or nutmeg

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Skillet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak 1 cup of raw cashews in hot water for 30 minutes or refrigerate for 2 hours.
  2. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook 8 oz pasta according to package instructions, reserving ½ cup pasta water.
  3. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet, add 1 finely chopped onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  4. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for an additional minute.
  5. Add 12 oz sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, until golden brown.
  6. Blend soaked cashews with 1 cup vegetable broth and 1 tbsp lemon juice until smooth.
  7. Combine the cashew sauce with sautéed onions and mushrooms, then add the drained pasta.
  8. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency, and season to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freezing is not recommended as it can alter the texture.

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