Embrace the velvety richness of our Vegan Pasta with Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce. This recipe offers a delightful blend of creamy butternut squash, garlic, and herbs, creating a sauce that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. It’s the perfect dish for a cozy night in or a special family dinner.
Embark on a culinary journey with this delectable Vegan Pasta with Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce. I first fell in love with this dish during a trip to Tuscany. At a quaint little trattoria tucked away in the hills, I was served a plate of pasta smothered in the creamiest butternut squash sauce. The combination of sweet squash, savory garlic, and aromatic herbs was simply unforgettable.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340g) pasta of your choice
- 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Large pot
- Blender or food processor
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Butternut Squash Sauce: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook until the squash is fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Blend the Sauce: Transfer the cooked butternut squash mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Pour the creamy butternut squash sauce over the cooked pasta and toss until well coated.
- Serve: Garnish the Vegan Pasta with Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
Vegan Pasta with Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce
Ingredients
- 12 oz 340g pasta of your choice
- 3 cups butternut squash peeled and cubed
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Butternut Squash Sauce: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the cubed butternut squash, vegetable broth, dried sage, salt, and pepper. Cover and cook until the squash is fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
- Blend the Sauce: Transfer the cooked butternut squash mixture to a blender or food processor. Add the coconut milk and nutritional yeast. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Pour the creamy butternut squash sauce over the cooked pasta and toss until well coated.
- Serve: Garnish the Vegan Pasta with Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce with chopped fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy the comforting flavors!
Notes
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
