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One Pot Creamy Vegan Tuscan Kale Pasta
Packed with bold, savory flavors, this recipe is the perfect vegan and dairy-free option that is made creamy from cashews, and filled with a nice velvety texture from the kale and tomatoes. Your entire family is sure to love this meatless option! Super easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes.
This great recipe comes to us from Meatless Monday!
This great recipe comes to us from Meatless Monday!
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Ingredients
- 1 package, penne pasta
- 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 c fresh kale
- 1 c grape tomatoes
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 c cooking white wine
- 1 1/2 c raw cashews, soaked overnight (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1/2 c + 1 Tbsp low sodium vegetable broth (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 2 - 3 Tbsp nutritional yeast (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1 tsp sea salt (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1 tsp black pepper (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1 tsp dried oregano (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1/2 tsp dried basil (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1 tsp dried parsley (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
- pinch smoked parsley (for the vegan tuscan sauce)
Instructions
Step 1
To begin, cook pasta according to instructions on package (adding 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil to water).
Step 2
In the meantime, add the cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice to a blender and blend on medium-high speed until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Step 3
Next, add in seasonings and blend again for a few seconds until combined.
Step 4
Once pasta has fully cooked, drain and set aside.
Step 5
Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tbsp of olive oil and wait until heated. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Now, add the kale and season with sea salt + black pepper to taste. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and wilted.
Step 7
Add in tomatoes and continue to gently stir. Add the wine, reduce the heat, and simmer a bit more, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 8
Now, add the cashew sauce from the blender and stir until fully incorporated. Lastly, add in the cooked pasta and fold everything together until is is all coated and creamy.
Step 9
Remove from heat, sprinkle with additional nutritional yeast (if desired), and serve immediately!
Step 10
Enjoy with your favorite bread, salad, or cooked veggie.