Elevate your pasta game with our unique Vegan Pasta with Creamy Kale and Walnut Sauce. This delectable dish brings together the goodness of kale and the rich nuttiness of walnuts, creating a creamy and flavorful sauce that’s both nutritious and satisfying.
Unleash your inner chef and experience the joy of our Vegan Pasta with Creamy Kale and Walnut Sauce. I first encountered this dish during my travels to Italy, where I was captivated by its rich flavors and creamy texture. Since then, it has become one of my favorite go-to recipes for a quick and delicious meal.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340g) pasta of your choice
- 4 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup walnuts, toasted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Equipment/Utensils Required:
- Large pot
- Skillet
- Blender or food processor
Instructions:
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toast the Walnuts: In a dry skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Saute the Kale: In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped kale. Saute for 5-7 minutes until the kale is wilted.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the sauteed kale, toasted walnuts, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Pour the creamy kale and walnut sauce over the cooked pasta. Toss until well coated.
- Serve: Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
Vegan Pasta with Creamy Kale and Walnut Sauce
Unleash your inner chef and experience the joy of our Vegan Pasta with Creamy Kale and Walnut Sauce. I first encountered this dish during my travels to Italy, where I was captivated by its rich flavors and creamy texture. Since then, it has become one of my favorite go-to recipes for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 12 oz 340g pasta of your choice
- 4 cups kale chopped
- 1 cup walnuts toasted
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Toast the Walnuts: In a dry skillet, toast the walnuts over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Saute the Kale: In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped kale. Saute for 5-7 minutes until the kale is wilted.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the sauteed kale, toasted walnuts, nutritional yeast, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Pour the creamy kale and walnut sauce over the cooked pasta. Toss until well coated.
- Serve: Divide the pasta into serving bowls. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the pasta and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 450
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 14g
