Creamy Vegan Pasta
You wouldn't believe this creamy pasta is completely dairy and meat free! Mushrooms make things even smoother, and tarragon adds herby notes.
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories457
- Fat6g
- Saturates0.9g
- Carbs77g
- Sugars4.1g
- Protein20g
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You’re in for a tasty surprise with this Creamy Vegan Pasta…it looks and tastes creamy and comforting, but there’s no dairy or meat involved at all! The mushrooms do a lot of the work here, adding a rich, savoury flavour that helps everything come together into a smooth sauce that coats the pasta beautifully.
We’ve stirred in a little tarragon in to give things a gentle herby lift. Nothing too overpowering, just enough to give the dish a bit of freshness. It’s the sort of recipe that works well on a busy evening when you want something satisfying without too much effort, and it’s just as good for feeding a mix of different diets without needing separate meals.
What diets is this Creamy Vegan Pasta suitable for?
This Creamy Vegan Pasta is suitable for vegetarian, vegan, and dairy-free diets. It can also easily be made gluten-free, just be sure to swap out the following ingredients for suitable versions:
- Pasta
Remember to take extra care when you’re cooking for people with allergies. Use separate utensils, cookware, and preparation surfaces.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Creamy Vegan Pasta?
No, this recipe doesn’t call for any special ingredients. You’ll find everything on your local supermarket shelves.
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How many calories are in this Creamy Vegan Pasta?
There are only 457 calories in one serving of this Creamy Vegan Pasta, which means it falls into our Weekly Indulgence category. These are all dishes that come under 500 calories, ideal for when you’re hosting or feeling a little more indulgent, but don’t want to interrupt your healthy lifestyle goals. They also fit with diet plans like Weight Watchers if you’re calorie counting.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight, then you might want to adjust these slightly. You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.
Step 2
While the pasta is cooking, spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray. Add the garlic and mushrooms, then fry for 3-4 minutes — until tender.
Step 3
In a food processor, whizz up the silken tofu until it resembles thick cream.
Step 4
Once the mushrooms are tender, add the edamame beans, salt and pepper, and mix. Leave to cook for 2 minutes, and then add the blended tofu and tarragon. Stir well, and leave to simmer, until the pasta is cooked.
Step 5
Once the pasta is cooked, drain — keeping back about 150ml of the water that the pasta was cooked in. Add the pasta to the mushroom sauce, along with the pasta water, and mix until all the pasta is coated.
Step 6
Serve with a little sprinkle of extra tarragon if desired!
What could I serve with Creamy Vegan Pasta?
Creamy Vegan Pasta is on its own, or you could serve these with lots of different slimming-friendly options! Here are some ideas (including dessert!):
How do you know when Creamy Vegan Pasta is cooked?
Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packet, which should take up to 10 minutes. You’ll know the veg is cooked when it’s tender.
As per UK food safety guidelines, always cook food until it reaches 75ºC and stays at that temperature for at least two minutes. This is to keep you and whoever it is you’re cooking for safe.
How long can you keep Creamy Vegan in the fridge?
Once you’ve served up your Creamy Vegan Pasta, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you do hang onto any leftovers, be sure to refrigerate them in an air-tight container with a lid. You can store Creamy Vegan Pasta in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Creamy Vegan Pasta?
No, we don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
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Creamy Vegan Pasta
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
10 MINS
- KCals 457
- Carbs 77G
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the packet instructions.
- While the pasta is cooking, spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray. Add the garlic and mushrooms, then fry for 3-4 minutes — until tender.
- In a food processor, whizz up the silken tofu until it resembles thick cream.
- Once the mushrooms are tender, add the edamame beans, salt and pepper, and mix. Leave to cook for 2 minutes, and then add the blended tofu and tarragon. Stir well and leave to simmer until the pasta is cooked.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain — keeping back about 150ml of the water that the pasta was cooked in. Add the pasta to the mushroom sauce, along with the pasta water, and mix until all the pasta is coated.
- Serve with a little sprinkle of extra tarragon if desired!
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